Miles Bridges has informed the Charlotte Hornets that he will not approve any trades and will remain with the team past the trade deadline.
Bridges' decision allows the Hornets to hold his Bird Rights into the summer, giving them flexibility to re-sign him or engage in a sign-and-trade deal.
2024 NBA trade deadline: Latest buzz, news and reports
Expect to see plenty of movement as teams look to shake up their rosters before the NBA trade deadline on Feb. 8
The Atlanta Hawks are considering trading Dejounte Murray and other players, while the Charlotte Hornets have no intention of trading LaMelo Ball or Brandon Miller
Raptors: This 3-way trade with Charlotte and Portland works for all
Currently, the Toronto Raptors are in no man's land.The Raptors are not good enough to go deep in the playoffs.But they're also not terrible enough to be in the lottery.Changes on this roster need to be made, which is why Toronto should make a trade involving a top-three draft pick.Toronto should contact the Portland Trail Blazers and the Charlotte Hornets to make a three-team trade involving the second and third picks.
4 teams that are threats to steal Coby White from Bulls in free agency
In a year where the Chicago Bulls gave fans quite a lot of reasons to be pessimistic, one of the brightest silver linings for the team this season was undoubtedly the rapid development of Coby White.In a contract year with everything to prove, White displayed arguably more improvement this season alone than he did in his prior three years combined with the Bulls.
Bulls vs. Hornets prediction and odds for Thursday, January 26 (Value on total)
The Chicago Bulls are clinging to the No. 10 spot in the Eastern Conference, but they have a chance to pick up a win on Thursday against the struggling Charlotte Hornets.The Hornets are 14th in the East, and they have lost seven of their last 10 games coming into this matchup.Charlotte could get LaMelo Ball (ankle, questionable) and Gordon Hayward (hamstring, questionable) back for this game, but the Bulls are still favored on the road.
Tatum, Celtics roll past Hornets for 6th straight victory
Celtics Boston began to pull away in the third quarter, outscoring the Hornets 33-19 behind Tatum, who was 7 of 12 from the field, including four 3-pointers.CHARLOTTE, N.C.(AP) - Jayson Tatum scored 17 of his 33 points in a pivotal third quarter, Malcolm Brogdon added 30 points, and the Boston Celtics beat the Charlotte Hornets 122-106 on Saturday night to push their winning streak to six.
Knicks vs. Hornets prediction: NBA odds, pick, best bets for Tuesday
The New York Knicks are well-positioned to advance to the knockout round of the NBA In-Season Tournament.
The Knicks have won their first two matchups against the Charlotte Hornets this season, with guard Jalen Brunson averaging 26.0 points per game in those wins.
The Hornets have been a terrific over play on the road this season.
Four numbers to make you worry about the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals
To crack a bottle of champagne over the premiere of the most complexly named blockbuster movie franchise in recorded history: the Boston Celtics vs the Miami Heat in "The Eastern Conference Finals III: SuperJimmy Strikes Back", allow me to throw some numbers at you without any of the requisite contexts: 3, 4, 97, and 0. These numbers are worth monitoring during the Boston Celtics-Heat series Despite sounding vaguely like the next winning Powerball number, those numbers actually each represent a different aspect of the upcoming series that will keep me up at night.
BOSTON -- Celtics guard Jaylen Brown said he's still unsure of his status for next weekend's All-Star Game in Salt Lake City after suffering a facial fracture in a victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday."I'm taking it day to day right now," Brown said before the Celtics' 119-109 win against the Memphis Grizzlies at TD Garden on Sunday.
Why a former MVP is the reason Boston Celtics may retain key free agent
If/when the Boston Celtics retain impending restricted free agent Grant Williams, it will be because of the presence of former 2x MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo - this at least according to MassLive's Brian Robb.During his latest Celtics Mailbag, Robb answered a reader's question of whether or not Boston needs to retain Williams with the presence of Sam Hauser on the roster and given No. 12's recent disappearing act.
Boston Celtics trade intel: Spurs forward 'perfect' but out of reach, 2019 lottery pick available
Recent losses may have loosened up analysts on the idea of the Boston Celtics making a trade after all - and if the Cs do decide to get aggressive in the leadup to the February 9 trade deadline, several rebuilding teams could be worth talking to.In particular, the Celtics need a bigger forward who could usurp Sam Hauser's role in the rotation given his struggles and a third big man who could serve as frontcourt insurance for Robert Williams III and Al Horford.
Boston Celtics: Why B/R feels Cs can pull trigger on a Payton Pritchard trade
There's no guarantee that the Boston Celtics will take part in the NBA trade deadline festivities in a few weeks - but by that same token, there are no guarantees that there won't be problems that pop up that force them to be.Thus far, the Cs have been cruising along with the league's best record, but that hasn't been without several long-standing issues revealing themselves.
MLB insider Ken Rosenthal predicted potential Red Sox moves ahead of the trade deadline
Morning Sports Update "The average Red Sox fan would not want to sit there and watch two more months of what they've been watching."The Red Sox begin a three-game series at Fenway Park against the Yankees tonight.First pitch is set for 7:10 p.m.This Saturday, the Revolution begin the second half of the MLS regular season with a matchup against Orlando City at Gillette Stadium at 7:30 p.m. Also on Saturday, the Free Jacks close out the regular season at home ( Veterans Memorial Stadium in Quincy) against the Houston SaberCats at 1:30 p.m. Potential Red Sox moves before the trade deadline: Though a 34-35 record doesn't appear to be disastrous on the surface, the Red Sox are firmly rooted in last place in the American League East.
Michael Jordan to Sell Majority Stake in Charlotte Hornets
Michael Jordan, the owner of the Charlotte Hornets and one of the most storied athletes in sports history, has agreed to sell his majority share in the team to a group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall, two private equity investors.The team as a whole was valued at $3 billion, according to a person familiar with the details of the agreement but not authorized to discuss them publicly.
Fans of the N.B.A. are about to take a break from praying that a wild, off-balance 3-pointer goes in and instead turn to praying that a particular envelope happens to contain the logo of their favorite team.The N.B.A. draft lottery may seem an odd spectacle, but it can affect the future of franchises for years to come.
Washington Wizards: what would it take to trade for the Hornets' no.2 pick?
The latest reporting from Kevin O'Connor of The Ringer suggests that the Washington Wizards have explored trades to move up to the top three in the NBA Draft.The most obvious trade partner is the Portland Trail Blazers for their third pick, but there is no guarantee that the player the Wizards are targeting will be there at #3.
Can the Wizards move up in the draft to land Scoot Henderson?
As the NBA Draft and offseason are fast approaching, trade speculations around the league are in full swing.Shams Charania of the Athletic reported that the New Orleans Pelicans are interested in moving up to the top three of the NBA Draft to select guard Scoot Henderson.The most likely pick available in the top three is the no.3 that belongs to the Portland Trail Blazers.
The Wizards could be the middleman in a Pelicans/Trailblazers trade
As recently reported by NBA Insider Shams Charania, the New Orleans Pelicans are going to be aggressive in trying to get Scoot Henderson.Since the Charlotte Hornets are unlikely to trade away their second pick, it leaves the Portland Trailblazers.However, they may need a third team to get the deal done.
The Wizards' three-game losing streak is over!Washington took care of business at home against the floundering Charlotte Hornets with a 118-104 win.Kristaps Porzingis and Deni Avdija led the way on the offensive end as DC blew Charlotte out in the second half.The Wizards are now 25-29 in 11th place in the Eastern Conference on trade deadline day.
Today is Feb. 17.To many of us, it's a random Friday and we're counting down the minutes until the three-day President's Day Weekend.But for one famous NBA player, he is now hitting the big 60.Michael Jordan, a/k/a the Greatest Player of All Time!Today, Jordan is the owner of the Charlotte Hornets.But we know him better as a superstar guard mostly for the Chicago Bulls where he won six NBA championships.
How to watch 2023 NBA Draft with and without cable: Full streaming guide
Just because the Chicago Bulls don't currently own the rights to a pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, doesn't mean that this event is one fans shouldn't tune in for.We've seen a record number of trades occur at both last year's draft and trade deadline, so I fully expect that trend to carry over to this summer as well.
Bill Simmons says Bulls GM position is "least wanted" in NBA
Following the termination of former head honchos John Paxson and Gar Forman, the Chicago Bulls' fanbase could be described as nothing short of ecstatic.Equipped with a budding star alongside a wealth of young talent and draft picks, the Bulls looked like an extremely desirable job for Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Everseley to take over for.
Why interest in Deandre Ayton on the trade block is bad sign for Bulls
The Chicago Bulls have recently been in trade rumors surrounding 2018's former No. 1 overall pick, Deandre Ayton.Per Bleacher Report's Sean Deveney, Ayton is on Chicago's list of players of interest, and the Bulls join the Dallas Mavericks, Charlotte Hornets, and Portland Trail Blazers as the top suitors for the 24-year-old, with each team looking to complement their star guards with a top center in the league.
Chicago Bulls ditch Dalen Terry in The Athletic's 2022 NBA Re-Draft
If you were to coax the truth out of any member of the Chicago Bulls front office, I think most would confess that Dalen Terry's rookie season had much in common with several other players on the roster, in that it was a disappointment.Although the Bulls were once again in need of depth at the wing this season, the former Arizona Wildcat made only 38 appearances and averaged just 5.6 minutes per game when he did manage to get on the court.
How does the NBA Draft Lottery work? Bulls need luck on their side
Now that they've been eliminated from the play-in tournament and their 2022-23 season is officially in the books, the Chicago Bulls must now turn toward planning for the offseason if they want to experience a better fate next time around.With the draft set to take place first, now is the time to cross our fingers and pray the Bulls luck on lottery night.
Bulls vs. Hornets prediction and odds for Friday, March 31
We're coming down to the wire in the NBA regular season and two of the hottest teams in the Eastern Conference are the Chicago Bulls and the Charlotte Hornets.You read that right, the Hornets have won three in a row heading into this Friday night matchup and despite losing their last two, the Bulls are 8-6 this month and 6-4 in their last 10.
Raptors could land Scoot Henderson with this bold trade to No. 3
While the Toronto Raptors did not move up in the 2023 NBA Draft order during the lottery revealing on Tuesday night, the Portland Trail Blazers managed to get extremely lucky when they moved up to the No. 3 overall spot.That doesn't mean they will keep the pick, however.With Damian Lillard still without an NBA Finals appearance, Portland has hinted that they will do everything to maximize their chances of competing for a title with No. 0 on the roster.
Raptors news: Adrian Griffin shouts out Fred VanVleet, Raptors renounce FAs
Adrian Griffin and the Toronto Raptors barely squeaked out a one-point victory against the lowly Detroit Pistons on Super Bowl Sunday, getting back on the right track following a pitiful home collapse against the Jazz.Griffin was filling in for head coach Nick Nurse, who say this contest out due to personal reasons.
Raptors news: Nick Nurse rips lack of "energy", Fred VanVleet a father once again
Nick Nurse and the Toronto Raptors were hit with a major dose of reality in the last few days.Not only did they struggle to beat the Detroit Pistons, but the Cleveland Cavaliers absolutely wiped the floor with them in a way that was totally unbecoming for a team that won seven of their last eight games.
The solution to the bench problems is potentially right in front of our eyes
The Toronto Raptors have been lacking a secondary creator on the bench ever since Norman Powell left the team, and Gary Trent jr. was too effective to shift to the bench.Every game, the opposition's bench seems to severely outscores the Raptors.That hasn't been the case in the past two games, but that doesn't mean Toronto's problems are solved.
Toronto Raptors vs. Indiana Pacers Matchup: Lineup updates, injuries, and more
In the Toronto Raptors ' last three games - all wins - their bench has outscored their opponents by 4.7 points per game.While that may not sound like that much, consider that in the first 39 games of the season, their bench was outscored by 0.6 points per game.That's more than 5 points per game!And since the Raptors overall had a point differential of -0.3, well, you can see where the three wins have come from.
NBA Draft Lottery results 2023: Raptors will pick 13th on Draft Day
The ping pong balls have been picked and the envelopes opened, and as a result of the 2023 NBA Draft Lottery, the Toronto Raptors will pick 13th at the 2023 NBA Draft.The Raptors, who finished a middling 41-41 this past season, had the 13th-worst odds heading into the lottery, and just a 1% chance at landing the top pick.
Raptors fail to move up in 2023 NBA Draft order, avoid Knicks disaster
Fate and the laws of probability were not on the side of the Toronto Raptors as the NBA Draft lottery approached.Not only were they outside of the postseason picture, but they had more than a 90% chance of remaining stuck at No. 13 overall and failing to make a miraculous ascension into the top four.
Raptors vs Pistons injury report for March 24: Is Scottie Barnes playing?
Scottie Barnes and the Toronto Raptors had to feel pretty good after a 3-1 stretch in which they took down some very promising teams, but their home loss against an Indiana Pacers team that was playing without Tyrese Haliburton snapped them right back to reality.Not only did it show how lost this team can be without Gary Trent Jr. in the lineup, but it continued a puzzling trend of this team just not showing up when needed to.
Raptors news: Norman Powell says Raptors got "lucky", Christian Koloko's status
The Toronto Raptors would not have been able to take down the Golden State Warriors in the NBA Finals way back in 2019 without the contributions of expert 3-point marksman Norman Powell.He's shown after leaving Toronto that he is still an elite shooter.After being traded to the Portland Trail Blazers for Gary Trent Jr. and eventually moving to the Los Angeles Clippers, Powell has made a nasty habit of poking his old team in the ribs ever so slightly.
When is the NBA Draft Lottery? Date, Time, Odds, How to Watch
The Toronto Raptors are one of many teams that will be looking forward to the 2023 NBA Draft, as they will have a premium pick they can use to add a young player who will be a part of the furniture with their respective clubs for the next decade (if they hit on the pick).The winner of this lottery is going to be doing cartwheels down Atlantic Avenue on draft night, as Victor Wembanyama is widely regarded as one of the best prospects in NBA history.
Raptors news: Will Barton hypes up Raps, Nick Nurse explains Hernangomez waive
The Toronto Raptors made one of the splashiest moves of the last few weeks, when they decided to part ways with Juancho Hernangomez and agreed to terms with former Washington Wizards guard and experienced perimeter scorer Will Barton.Barton didn't do much in what was a very brief cameo against the Chicago Bulls, but one would expect that he would get a much bigger role against his old team.
San Antonio Spurs Get the No. 1 Pick in the N.B.A. Draft Lottery
The San Antonio Spurs won the 2023 N.B.A. draft lottery on Tuesday, giving them the No. 1 pick in June's draft and the right to select the most anticipated prospect since LeBron James: the 19-year-old French star Victor Wembanyama.The No. 2 pick went to the Charlotte Hornets, the third to the Portland Trail Blazers and the fourth to the Houston Rockets.
Tonight's 2023 NBA draft lottery could finally close the book on the Kristaps Porziņģis trade.In January, 2019, the New York Knicks sent Porziņģis with Trey Burke, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Courtney Lee to the Dallas Mavericks for DeAndre Jordan, Wesley Matthews, Dennis Smith Jr., a 2021 1st round draft pick, and a top-10 protected 2023 1st round draft pick.
N.B.A. Commissioner Adam Silver Defends Bridges Suspension
N.B.A. Commissioner Adam Silver on Tuesday defended the unusual disciplinary approach for forward Miles Bridges, who was suspended for 30 games for domestic violence but will miss just 10 games in which he is eligible to play.Bridges, 25, was a restricted free agent but did not sign with a team or play during the 2022-23 season after his arrest in California in June, when he was accused of hitting his girlfriend in front of their children.
Another Charlottean short king asks Panthers fans to give Bryce Young a chance
Muggsy Bogues keeps it real by praising his fellow Charlottean short king Bryce Young.It didn't matter that Muggsy Bogues was 5-foot-3 when he played guard for the Charlotte Hornets, so it shouldn't matter that Bryce Young is under 6-feet when he plays quarterback for the Carolina Panthers.Outside not knowing how to baseball slide, height was the only detractor in Young's quest of going No. 1 overall to the Panthers.
The Toronto Raptors' first three-game winning streak of the season didn't come until early 2023, when they beat a murderer's row of the Portland Trail Blazers, Charlotte Hornets, and Charlotte Hornets.In February, Toronto topped the Houston Rockets, Memphis Grizzlies, and San Antonio Spurs.Shortly thereafter, a four-game winning streak against the Detroit Pistons, Orlando Magic, New Orleans Pelicans, and Pistons again.
Celtics' Jaylen Brown Not Expected to Need Surgery for Facial Injury
Brian Babineau/NBAE via Getty Images Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown is not expected to need surgery for the facial injury he suffered in Wednesday's win over the Philadelphia 76ers, president of basketball operations Brad Stevens told reporters Friday.Brown has already been fitted for a mask and Boston doesn't expect him to be sidelined for too long, Stevens added.
Jayson Tatum, Derrick White Amaze NBA Twitter as Celtics Beat LaMelo Ball, Hornets
The Boston Celtics defeated the Charlotte Hornets 127-116 on Friday night at TD Garden despite missing Marcus Smart, Jaylen Brown and Al Horford due to injuries.Boston's depth continues to be tested of late, and the team continues to come up big when it matters most.Derrick White was Boston's lightning in a bottle against Charlotte, finishing with 33 points, three rebounds, 10 assists, one steal and three blocks in 36 minutes.
Cody Zeller a breath of fresh air among toxic Miami Heat shooting
The Miami Heat have a lot to fix across their remaining 20 games of the season or so.They've put on one of the most horrid two-game shooting displays that one could offer in their last two matchups against the Milwaukee Bucks and the Charlotte Hornets, both on the road.And the Miami Heat had better hope for improved shooting more sooner than later if they want to ultimately contend in the playoffs.
Miami Heat shooting returns for huge W in 1st half of 76ers home & home, 101-99
Coming off of two terrible defeats in their last two games against the Milwaukee Bucks and the Charlotte Hornets, the Miami Heat got a colossal road victory on Monday night over the Philadelphia 76ers.Not only getting off the schneid that has been their last two games as far as shooting the ball and the offense goes, they were also able to go into a conference foe's home building and get a big victory.
GAME PREVIEW: Heat hit the road to face Hawks on MLK Jr. Day
The Miami Heat begin a three-game road trip Monday to take on the Atlanta Hawks in Monday afternoon on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.The game will tip off at 3:30 p.m. ET.The Heat have won 13 of their last 19, including back-to-back victories over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday and Saturday inside Miami-Dade Arena, albeit without Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton.
Michael Jordan's ownership faliures have no place with Commanders
Rumors are swirling about basketball legend Michael Jordan entering the Washington Commanders' ownership race, which would be terrible news.Michael Jordan is one of the top-two basketball players that ever lived.Whether you have him ahead or behind LeBron James is a debate for the ages, but his status among sporting icons is unquestioned.
The LA Clippers improved both their backcourt and frontcourt depth in a flurry of moves in the hours before Thursday's trade deadline.Denver Nuggets point guard Bones Hyland and Houston Rockets shooting guard Eric Gordon are both heading to L.A. in separate deals.The Clippers are also adding center Mason Plumlee from the Charlotte Hornets.
NBA on ESPN Preview: Two basketball games are slated for Friday Night
Praise Jah that all that trade business is behind us.What a boring week it's been.If you're ready for some real excitement, you're in luck suckers!Friday's ESPN doubleheader is almost upon us.There are two excellent games on the docket with the Charlotte Hornets(15-41) traveling to Boston to face the Celtics (39-16), and then it's a trip to Smoothie King Center, where the Cleveland Cavaliers (35-22) will dally with New Orleans Pelicans (29-27).
Tatum scores 41, White 33 as Celtics beat Hornets 127-116
Celtics Boston has won five of its last six overall and swept the season series with the Hornets 4-0.BOSTON (AP) - Jayson Tatum scored 41 points and Derrick White set new career highs with 33 points and eight 3-pointers to help the Boston Celtics hold off the Charlotte Hornets 127-116 on Friday night.
Jayson Tatum Frustrates Celtics Fans During Win vs. Ja Morant, Grizzlies
Jayson Tatum is one of the NBA's brightest stars, but his teammates picked up the slack Sunday as the Boston Celtics earned a 119-109 win over the Memphis Grizzlies.In a battle of MVP candidates, Ja Morant did his job with 25 points, seven assists and six boards for Memphis.Tatum wasn't nearly as productive offensively for the Celtics, finishing with 16 points on 3-of-16 shooting (1-of-8 from three).
Quickley scores 38 as Knicks outlast Celtics in 2 OTs for 9th straight win | amNewYork
Immanuel Quickley scored a career-high 38 points, playing 55 minutes in place of injured starter Jalen Brunson, and the New York Knicks outlasted the Boston Celtics 131-129 in two overtimes Sunday night for their season-high ninth straight victory.Playing without Brunson, who is nursing a sore left foot, there were many who didn't give the Knicks a chance.
Boston Celtics may explore trade for big defensive wing given reserve's struggles
For a large portion of the 2022-23 season, the Boston Celtics appeared to have minimal issues with their roster - but, as the long and grueling 82-game slate often does, the narrative has pivoted.Once upon a time, the Cs had role players who were filling in and doing the trick given the temporary absence of Robert Williams III and the more permanent absence of Danilo Gallinari.
Jayson Tatum's 'Ridiculous' 51-Point Game vs. Hornets Leaves Celtics Fans in Awe
Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images With Jaylen Brown missing his third straight game because of right adductor tightness, the onus was on Jayson Tatum to carry the scoring load Monday afternoon against the Charlotte Hornets.He was more than up to the task.Tatum absolutely went off to the tune of 51 points, nine rebounds and five assists, leading the Eastern Conference-leading Boston Celtics to a 130-118 win at Spectrum Center.
While brushing his teeth during a recent bedtime routine, my five-year-old remarked, "You must be pretty wise."Flattered, I asked why he thought that."Because you're old," he said and resumed his brushwork.Beware of the backhanded compliment.The kid ain't lying, though.I have spent four and half decades on the planet, and while I may not have attained great wisdom, I have stockpiled plenty of memories.
The Miami Heat just have to find a way to make some shots
The Miami Heat came out on Friday night in the first game after the All-Star break to put up a complete dud against the Bucks in Milwaukee.Leaving Fiserv Forum with the worst taste in their mouth, the Miami Heat came out and showed off the most inept offense they could muster up.Shooting under 40 percent from the field, they would only outdo themselves from the three-point line, where they would shoot just 22 percent.
NBA GAMETHREAD: Miami Heat (32-28) @ Charlotte Hornets (18-43)
This is our GAMETHREAD: Chat live about the game here!The Miami Heat (32-28) return to action tonight on the second night of a back to back set with a road game against the Charlotte Hornets (18-43) on Saturday night.Injury Report: Heat
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Cody Martin, out PJ Washington, out James Bouknight, out (G League) Theo Maledon, out (G League) Bryce McGowens, out (G League)
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The Heat have lost four straight. It's not a surprise.
No Miami Heat fan who paid attention this season thought this team could compete for a title.But fresh off signing Kevin Love and Cody Zeller, an optimistic Heat fan could've thought Miami would make a push and grab the fifth seed.The Heat could've then defeated the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first round.
Jimmy Butler extremely transparent, no 'Miami Heat decoder ring' needed
The Miami Heat have a big issue to fix and just a short time to do so.With only around 20 games remaining in their entire NBA regular season, the Miami Heat have had a period of total ineptitude when it comes to their shooting and offense.While their defense and big shot-making from their best players would allow them to make a comeback bid in Saturday night's defeat to the Charlotte Hornets in Charlotte, the Miami Heat dug themselves too deep of a hole to climb out of with their extremely poor shooting early on.
Jimmy Butler, Heat rally late to down Magic 110-105
A fourth-quarter rally from the Miami Heat fueled their 110-105 victory over the Orlando Magic on Friday night.Miami, who trailed by six heading into the final 12 minutes, shot 61.1 percent with 37 fourth-quarter points - getting crucial contributions from Jimmy Butler, Bam Adebayo and Caleb Martin.
For a Nets team trying to come together, dramatic comeback could be turning point | amNewYork
Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission.BROOKLYN - For a Nets team trying to build team camaraderie and cohesion on the fly, Friday's dramatic comeback win over the Boston Celtics may have been a blessing in disguise.The Nets have hit the stretch run of the season and are in the middle of trying to blend four new players into their system after going through a dramatic organizational change around the trade deadline.
Note: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links, Schneps Media may earn a commission.NEW YORK (AP) - Mikal Bridges went 9 for 9 in a 19-point first quarter, finishing with 33 to lead the Brooklyn Nets to a 102-86 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night.Two nights after coming from 28 down to beat Boston in the biggest comeback in the NBA this season, the Nets led by as much as 37 after Bridges' fast start in the highest-scoring quarter of his career.
Bridges' perfect 1st quarter sends Nets past Hornets, 102-86
DOWNTOWN BROOKLYN - Mikal Bridges went 9 for 9 in a 19-point first quarter, finishing with 33 to lead the Brooklyn Nets to a 102-86 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Sunday night.Two nights after coming from 28 down to beat Boston in the biggest comeback in the NBA this season, the Nets led by as much as 37 after Bridges' fast start in the highest-scoring quarter of his career.
The New York Knicks are back at Madison Square Garden tonight to host the Charlotte Hornets.Should be easy pickings for the team with the longest winning streak.(The Knicks, nine, duh).Tip-off's at 7:30 p.m. EST on MSG.This is your game thread.This is At the Hive.Please don't post large photos, GIFs, or links to illegal streams in the thread.
Nets beat Rockets for third straight win, tie No. 5 Knicks in loss column
This is how you're supposed to handle the worst team in all of basketball.The Nets entered Houston with one job: Don't fall victim in a trap game against a Rockets team with only a handful of victories on the season.It started slow, but once Brooklyn found some rhythm, the Nets pulled away for a 118-96 victory, good for their third straight victory after a rocky start in the aftermath of the blockbuster Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving trades.
Josh Hart after first loss with Knicks: "Can't blame this on fatigue"
The New York Knicks (39-28) broke their NBA-leading nine-game winning streak on Tuesday by losing 112-105 to the visiting Charlotte Hornets.With 15 games still on their schedule, the Knicks are now aiming at building a 15-0 run through the remainder of the season, qualifying for the playoffs, avoiding the play-in, and reaching (breaking) the 13-game winning streak they put together for the last time in the 2012-13 campaign.
DeMar DeRozan is steering a sinking ship as Bulls blown out by Hornets
A year ago today, the Chicago Bulls were celebrating yet another win as they cruised to an impressive 30-17 start to the season before ultimately imploding in the end.The effects of that implosion seem to have carried over to this year as well, however, as the Bulls were thoroughly dominated by the Hornets last night to the tune of a 96-111 defeat that leaves Chicago sitting at 22-26 and the 11th seed in the Eastern Conference.
Tatum scores 51, Celtics beat Hornets for 7th straight win
Celtics CHARLOTTE, N.C.(AP) - Jayson Tatum had 51 points, including seven 3-pointers, and the Boston Celtics beat the Charlotte Hornets for the second time in three days, 130-118 on Monday, for their seventh straight victory.Derrick White added 19 points and eight assists and Malcolm Brogdon scored 16 for the Celtics, who improved to 33-12 on the season - maintaining the best record in the Eastern Conference.
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-- Jayson Tatum knew he was sitting on 48 points entering the final minute of the Boston Celtics' Martin Luther King Jr. Day matinee against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday and briefly thought about backing the ball out and letting the clock run down with the outcome well in hand.Then he remembered a text from Jamal Crawford earlier this season after Tatum refused to take a late shot against the Miami Heat and finished the game with 49 points.