New Orleans Hornets
Will Hornets Keep PG Brian Roberts?
In July, Brian Roberts’ stellar play on the New Orleans Hornets’ summer league team earned him a roster spot for training camp. In Sunday’s preseason opener in Mexico City against the Orlando Magic, Roberts... »Read More
2012-13 Fantasy Cheat Sheet: Top 50 Guards
A complete ranking of the top 50 guards available in drafts this October…. »Read More
Hornets’ Mason Emerges as Veteran Leader
When New Orleans Hornets veteran guard Roger Mason Jr., was a rookie in 2002 with the Chicago Bulls, Hornets forward Anthony Davis was only nine-years-old and fellow current rookie Austin Rivers was 10. With... »Read More
How Serious is Eric Gordon’s Knee Injury?
It’s tough to tell what to make of the news release that came out from the New Orleans Hornets this afternoon. Eric Gordon is experiencing soreness in the same knee had just had surgically... »Read More
NBA AM: Who Is Playing For A Draft Pick?
As NBA teams open training camp today, there are some franchises that simply won't be good enough for the playoffs, meaning they'll open the season with the draft lottery squarely in their future... The... »Read More
Beasley, Thabeet Highlight NBA Retreads
Some NBA players don't get it right on their first (or second) try. Here's a look at some of the players looking to break out with a new team. »Read More
NBA Preseason Power Rankings
The Miami HEAT, current NBA reigning champions, stay atop the preseason rankings but repeating will be no easy task. »Read More
HOOPSWORLD’S 2012-2013 Team Previews
A guide to HOOPSWORLD's 2012-2013 team previews! »Read More
Hornets’ Davis Likes AAU Comparisons
Hornets’ Anthony Davis: “We’re very young. Some people call us a AAU team. I like that, run and gun and score a 100 (pts) every game.” via John Reid via Twitter »Read More
NBA PM: 2013 Draft Obligations
A full 90 percent of the league has some sort of draft obligation in 2013 (coming in or going out), depending on protections. »Read More
Hornets Scout Doubts Aguilar Ready
After two days and more than six hours of workouts, National Basketball Association New Orleans Hornets scout Don Sellers likes Japeth Aguilar’s game but deep down doesn’t believe the former Philippine Basketball Association No.... »Read More
Hornets Work Out Japeth Aguilar
Filipino forward Japeth Aguilar had a workout with Hornets’ scout Don Sellers in attendance, agent Chris McGarry told HoopsHype. via Jorge Sierra of Hoops Hype »Read More
Ranking The Impact Players On New Teams
Many NBA teams have added new players for the coming season. Which of these acquisitions will make the biggest impact? »Read More
NBA AM: Banking On Bogut’s Health Is Risky
The Golden State Warriors are thinking playoffs but that ambition will come down to the health of Andrew Bogut »Read More
Fan Reaction No Concern to Eric Gordon
While New Orleans Hornets guard Eric Gordon showed his charitable side Thursday at Langston Hughes Academy Charter School, he made it clear he’s looking forward to the 2012 basketball season. As to how he’ll... »Read More
NBA PM: Team Salaries Averaging $67.1 Million
The average team salary is currently about $67.1 million with eight tax teams and six remaining franchises under the salary cap. »Read More
Anderson Suprised Hornets Already Bonding
(Ryan) Anderson, who has been in the league for three seasons that includes the previous two with the Magic, said he’s never played on a team that has bonded so quickly like the Hornets’... »Read More
2012-2013 New Orleans Hornets Season Preview
With the NBA season just around the corner, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the 2012-2013 New Orleans Hornets. »Read More
NBA AM: Ready To Break Out Of The Basement
The NBA Lottery has featured a number of the same teams for the last few years, are any of them ready to break into the NBA playoffs?... The HEAT not resting on their laurels...... »Read More
New Orleans Hornets Sign Darius Miller
The New Orleans Hornets announced Thursday they have signed 2012 second-round pick Darius Miller. Per team policy, terms of the contract were not disclosed. Miller (6 feet 8, 225 pounds) was the 2012 SEC... »Read More
Ryan Anderson Ready for ‘More Freedom’
The Orlando Magic overhauled their roster this offseason, embracing a youth movement built around young talent, draft picks, and cap space. Ryan Anderson, the league’s Most Improved Player in 2011-12, did not fit into... »Read More
NBA AM: Anderson Improving More in 2012-13?
Ryan Anderson talks about his role in New Orleans and thoughts on Orlando... Lakers honor three all-time greats... Coach Pop hosts an interesting Q&A... »Read More
NBA PM: Available Options & Extensions
Teams must decide on rookie contract extensions and options by Halloween. In a class headlined by James Harden, who else is eligible? »Read More
NBA Teams Set Up to Fail In 2012-13
These four teams could be in a precarious position throughout next season and, in some cases, beyond. »Read More
NBA Sunday: Is It Kevin Durant’s Time?
After LeBron James’ first NBA title, most believe Kevin Durant will have to just patiently wait his turn. But, Durant feels otherwise »Read More
Davis Thankful to LeBron, Kobe, ‘Melo
(Question) How did you like being the only rookie on the United States Olympic team? (Answer: Anthony Davis) It was cool. It was a great experience learning and getting a chance to play with... »Read More
Warrick Prepping to Play Multiple Positions
New Orleans Hornets forward Hakim Warrick is one of the 11 players participating in offseason workouts at the Alario Center. Although the workouts are not mandatory, Warrick said they have been crucial because he... »Read More
Fantasy Hoops: Summer Stock Report
A list of players at each position that have seen their fantasy stock spike this summer… »Read More
Lopez Anticipates Fresh Start With Hornets
(Robin) Lopez is currently rehabilitating from an operation earlier this month to repair a torn medial meniscus on the same left knee that has bothered him since early in the 2010-11 season. His performance... »Read More
NBA PM: Spending Power Dwindling
Very few NBA teams have significant spending power left this summer, a comprehensive look at remaining cap room and exceptions. »Read More
NBA AM: Head Coaches Feeling The Pressure
A look at the coaches who have to produce in 2012-13... Kyrie Irving staying in shape... Austin Rivers on the road to recovery as well. »Read More
Hornets the Next Up-and-Coming Team?
With New Orleans Hornets rookie forward Anthony Davis set to make his debut this upcoming season and the average age of their core players only 24 years old, the team appears to have taken... »Read More
NBA Sunday: Retirement Near for Maggette?
New Detroit Pistons swingman Corey Maggette admits this could be his last season... Monty Williams gets 4-year extension from Hornets... Wayne Blackshear gears up for a healthy sophomore season at Louisville... »Read More
Hornets Extend Coach Williams For Four Years
Hornets Coach Monty Williams agreed to a four-year contract extension Saturday that will keep him with the team with the team through 2016. Before the agreement was reached, Williams had one year remaining on... »Read More
Ranking the NBA Western Conference
Unquestionably stacked yet again this upcoming season, it's time for HOOPSWORLD to put the teams in the NBA West in order from 1-15. »Read More
Ryan Anderson Almost Landed in Utah?
Before forward Ryan Anderson joined New Orleans July 11 via a sign-and-trade, the Jazz were involved in talks to acquire the former Orlando sharpshooter, The Salt Lake Tribune has learned. The Hornets unexpectedly added... »Read More
Mason to be Veteran Leader for Hornets?
“I (Roger Mason) played for some great coaches, but there is no denying that Coach Gregg Popovich has had a lasting impact on my career,” Mason said. “Dell (Demps) studied from the best, and... »Read More
Hornets Add Former Player to TV Booth
(David) Wesley, who played seven seasons for the Hornets, joins the broadcast team after serving as an assistant coach for the National Basketball Development League’s Texas Legends for the last two seasons. Wesley played... »Read More
Robin Lopez Undergoes Knee Surgery
Center Robin Lopez, who the New Orleans Hornets acquired in a trade from the Phoenix Suns on July 27, underwent successful surgery Saturday to correct a tear of his medial meniscus in his left... »Read More
Hornets Sign Roger Mason
The New Orleans Hornets announced Saturday they have signed unrestricted combo guard Roger Mason. He played for the Washington Wizards last season and averaged ed 5.5 points and 1.3 rebounds per game. Mason, 31,... »Read More
NBA PM: Trade Veto Power
Which NBA players have trade veto power? Only three have explicit no-trade clauses but the list is far longer than that . . . »Read More
Roger Mason Agrees to Join Hornets
Roger Mason Jr. didn’t think that his second stint with his hometown Wizards was going to come to an end once the season ended. He had hoped to return to play for a coach... »Read More
Hornets Hope Major Changes Bring Wins?
But that reality aside, is there much to not like about the work done by Hornets General Manager Dell Demps and his staff this offseason? And as a result, is there any reason to... »Read More
Top 5 Most Changed NBA Teams
Anthony Davis is just a small part of a massive overhaul in New Orleans, but there are teams that have made even bigger changes for 2012-13. »Read More
Hornets’ Rivers, Henry Undergo Surgery
At least two members of the New Orleans Hornets will attend training camp this fall after recovering from offseason surgeries. Rookie guard Austin Rivers underwent a procedure to remove a bone spur from his... »Read More
NBA PM: The Dallas Mavericks’ Master Plan
Dallas Mavericks President Donnie Nelson discusses the state of his team ... Another Phoenix Suns president resigns ... Three-team trade goes down, giving Minnesota Timberwolves room for Kirilenko »Read More
Robin Lopez to New Orleans Nearly Done?
The chances of the Suns completing a trade that sends away Robin Lopez and Hakim Warrick and brings in Wesley Johnson and a first-round pick improved Thursday, but its completion remained tenuous with resolution expected Friday. The three-way agreement among... »Read More
Hornets Acquire Lopez in Sign-and-Trade
The Hornets, Suns and Timberwolves have agreed to a multiplayer trade sending 7-foot center Robin Lopez and forward Hakim Warrick from Phoenix to New Orleans, while moving forward Wesley Johnson and a first-round draft... »Read More
Demps Expects Big Things from Gordon
That’s all Eric Gordon has to do in order to cleanse New Orleans’ pallet, after he shoveled ash into the mouths of Hornets fans around two weeks ago. Play hard, produce, stay healthy, fulfill... »Read More
NBA AM: Utah Jazz Quietly Having Strong Summer
The Utah Jazz have added solid veterans to their young core. Paul Millsap feels the team can emerge as a sleeper in the West. »Read More
NBA@2: Time for Carl Landry to Get Paid
As the top-remaining free agent, forward Carl Landry is looking to get paid. Also Brandon Rush, Grant Hill & Ronnie Brewer. »Read More
Hornets to Acquire Robin Lopez?
The New Orleans Hornets have worked hard on executing a sign-and-trade for Suns RFA center Robin Lopez, but the deal hasn’t come together. The Phoenix Suns want to keep Lopez, but sides are still... »Read More
NBA Summer League: Buyer’s Remorse?
These notable young players, including Cleveland's Dion Waiters, didn't live up to expectations over the course of the 2012 NBA Summer League. »Read More
Gordon Hopes to Win Back Hornets Fans
Eric Gordon appreciated all the welcome-back wishes he received at a New Orleans hospital on Monday while he took a physical for his new contract with the New Orleans Hornets. But once Gordon puts... »Read More
NBA PM: Clippers Add Another Veteran
The LA Clippers continue to improve with the likely addition of Grant Hill and the return of Chauncey Billups. »Read More
Hornets May Have Interest in Ryan Hollins
New Orleans has shown an interest in free agent center Ryan Hollins, source tells http://SI.com . via Sam Amick via Twitter »Read More
NBA AM: Can Gordon, Rivers Coexist on Hornets?
Hornets GM Dell Demps thinks Eric Gordon and rookie Austin Rivers can play together, and he doesn't anticipate any distractions stemming from Gordon's attempts to leave the franchise. »Read More
Hornets to Match Offer For Eric Gordon?
Although Eric Gordon proceeded with his exit plan after expressing his desire to play for the Phoenix Suns, the Hornets are expected to match the Suns’ four-year, $58 million offer sheet today to retain... »Read More
Recapping The NBA Trades
With more trades on the horizon, HOOPSWORLD takes a look at the deals that have already gone down. »Read More
Best of Who’s Left in NBA Free Agency
While the most notable free agents have already come to terms, who are the quality players and steals left on the market? »Read More
Davis Added to Hornets Summer League
The New Orleans Hornets have added top overall NBA draft choice Anthony Davis to their Las Vegas summer league team. Davis was in Las Vegas last week for U.S. Olympic team tryouts, but a... »Read More
Cap Issues Led to Ryan Anderson Trade?
The Hornets were prepared to sign the power forward to an offer sheet worth between $34 million and $36 million over four seasons, and the Magic would’ve had the ability to match that offer... »Read More
Hornets Acquire Ryan Anderson
Ryan Anderson has reached agreement on a four-year, $36 million contract with the New Orleans Hornets as part of a sign-and-trade deal that will send backup center Gustavo Ayon to the Orlando Magic, league... »Read More
NBA Sunday: Ray Allen Signing Overrated
Ray Allen will help the HEAT next season, but he doesn't make "The Big Three" into a "Big Four"... Eric Gordon and Nic Batum are misunderstanding the restricted free agency process... Could Spain beat... »Read More
NBA Saturday: Free Agency Rumors, The Next Tier
With the top free agents already having deals in hand, the attention will now shift to the next tier of players. Here’s the latest »Read More
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