James Plowright

James Plowright

Twitter: @British_Buzz Linked In: James Plowright Muck Rack: James Plowright About Me Bylines for: Sports Illustrated, Sky Sports NBA, SB Nation, Queen City Hoops Based in Manchester in the United Kingdom, I have covered the Charlotte Hornets since 2008. When I was 16 years old I won a blogging competition on Bobcats.com, this ignited my passion for journalism and since then I went on to write for a variety of blogs; Hornets Planet, Queen City Hoops and At The Hive. In 2022 I took on the role as site content manager for the Charlotte Hornets Fannation site (AllHornets.com).  I am also the founder of the All Hornets Podcast Network, having recorded over 350+ Hornets related podcasts.  Awards - The All Hornets podcast was nominated for "Best Team Podcast" in the 2022 Sports Podcast Awards.  - I was nominated for "Sports Writer of the Year" in 2013 for LSU Media while studying my B.A in History and International Relations at Loughborough University. 

Nov 8, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) during the second quarter against the Indiana Pacers at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Kinser-Imagn Images
Gameday

Tre Mann Available for 76ers Game After Illness

Mann was initially listed as "Probable" on the Hornets injury report

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Mar 16, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) collides with Philadelphia 76ers guard Kelly Oubre Jr (9) in the fourth quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
Gameday

Score Predictions for Hornets vs. Sixers

The Philadelphia 76ers are without Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey for Sundays' Match-up

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Nov 6, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges (0) and forward Brandon Miller (24) during the first quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
News

How Charles Lee Unlocked Miles Bridges in Dramatic Win Over Pistons

Could this be a turning point for Bridges' slow start to the season?

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Nov 4, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) looks on against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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LaMelo Ball Added Late To Hornets-Pistons Injury Report

Ball has yet to miss a game in the 2024-25 season

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Nov 2, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) collides with Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Nell Redmond-Imagn Images
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Breaking Down LaMelo Ball's Foul Struggles: Causes and Solutions

What does the film tell us about Ball's issues staying on the court?

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Oct 17, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) passes the ball while  Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
News

Brandon Miller Ruled Out of Second Half of Season Opener with Left Hip Injury

Miller picked up the injury during the 1st half of Charlotte's season opener against the Rockets

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Oct 15, 2024; New York, New York, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) shoots the ball while being defended by New York Knicks center Jericho Sims (20) during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
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Brandon Miller Explodes For Dunk On Jabari Smith Jr in Season Opener

Brandon Miller dunks on Jabari Smith Jr

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News

5 Stings - Tidjane Salaun's Switch-ability, Charles Lee's Impatience and Hornets History of Opening Nights

A collection of observations and thoughts from Hornets Insider James Plowright

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Oct 10, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee (left) talks with Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
News

Why Didn't Tre Mann Receive An Extension?

Tre Mann was the biggest positive surprise of the Hornets pre-season, but finds himself without a deal?

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Oct 8, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and forward Brandon Miller (24) at mid court against the Miami Heat during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
News

Charlotte Hornets Official 2024-25 NBA Depth Chart

Charlotte's depth looks to be much improved for the 2024-25 season

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Oct 10, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Keyontae Johnson (7) handle the ball as Memphis Grizzlies guard Marcus Smart (36) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
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Charlotte Hornets Waive Harry Giles, Keyontae Johnson and Charlie Brown Jr

The Hornets trim down their final roster ahead of the regular season

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Oct 10, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Tidjane Salaun (31) reacts after a three point basket during the second half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
Draft

NBA Insider: Multiple Teams Considered Drafting Tidjane Salaun In The Top 10

The Charlotte Hornets weren't the only team set to surprise the NBA world on draft night.

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