Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets came away from Monday night’s NBA draft lottery with the fourth overall pick. Duke’s Cooper Flagg is widely expected to be the top overall pick, but Hornets Executive Vice President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson says the team will still get a player who can help.

The Charlotte Hornets Sports & Entertainment unveiled updated plans for the next phase of their renovation project at Spectrum Center on Monday.

The Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday allegations that former Charlotte Hornets point guard Terry Rozier was allegedly involved in an illegal sports betting probe. According to the Associated Press, odd betting patterns were noted in relation to Rozier during a game that took place in March 2023, in which Rozier only played 10 minutes. The NBA investigated but found no violation, the league said in a statement to WFAE. However, the NBA said now an investigation is being carried out by the US Attorney's Office in New York. Rozier currently plays for the Miami Heat. WFAE reached out to the Hornets but they referred questions to the NBA.

The Charlotte Hornets announced Thursday the team has hired Boston Celtics assistant coach Charles Lee as their new head coach. This comes after the team announced former coach Steve Clifford would step down to move into a front-office role with the team.

The Charlotte Hornets will begin a major renovation of the Spectrum Center this spring. Hornets Sports and Entertainment announced Friday it will add 2,500 seats to the lower level, revamp luxury suites and redesign its concourses.

After 17 years, Charlotte Hornets President and Vice Chairman Fred Whitfield is departing organization to focus on his health and family.