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Roderick Boone

Roderick Boone

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Charlotte Hornets writer

Charlotte Hornets Summer League Observations: Gelo shots, Kai Jones' dunks, James Bouknight’s confidence
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Charlotte Hornets Summer League Observations: Gelo shots, Kai Jones' dunks, James Bouknight’s confidence

Fresh off the finale of his initial foray into NBA Las Vegas Summer League action, LiAngelo Ball could finally take a step back and reflect on it all. Ball

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How a chat with Michael Jordan helped ignite Charlotte Hornets rookie James Bouknight in summer league action
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How a chat with Michael Jordan helped ignite Charlotte Hornets rookie James Bouknight in summer league action

LAS VEGAS -- James Bouknight had just wrapped up the tail end of a back-to-back, disappointed with his performance following a rather respectable Las Vegas

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Five things to note from Charlotte Hornets coach James Borrego's press conference
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Five things to note from Charlotte Hornets coach James Borrego's press conference

LAS VEGAS -- Searing triple-digit temperatures, along with the air quality impacted by the California wildfires, aren't the only thing eliciting discussions

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Newcomers Kelly Oubre Jr., Ish Smith were impressed with Charlotte Hornets' fun style, believe perception is changing
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Newcomers Kelly Oubre Jr., Ish Smith were impressed with Charlotte Hornets' fun style, believe perception is changing

Since they were unrestricted free agents, Kelly Oubre Jr. and Ish Smith had a say in where they were going to take their respective talents. Oubre, for one, had

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Charlotte Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak discusses offseason moves, increased expectations, LiAngelo Ball and more
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Charlotte Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak discusses offseason moves, increased expectations, LiAngelo Ball and more

LAS VEGAS -- Don't expect any more moves from the Charlotte Hornets. After a flurry of activity over the past two weeks, ranging from draft-day trades to free

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LiAngelo Ball shows off quick release, leaves an impression in first summer league game with Charlotte Hornets
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LiAngelo Ball shows off quick release, leaves an impression in first summer league game with Charlotte Hornets

LAS VEGAS -- The chants from the packed crowd tucked into Cox Pavilion on Sunday afternoon began early in the first quarter, signaling this was no ordinary Las

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Source: James Borrego, Charlotte Hornets reach agreement on multi-year extension
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Source: James Borrego, Charlotte Hornets reach agreement on multi-year extension

It appears the Charlotte Hornets are satisfied with the direction of the team under the guidance of James Borrego. The Hornets have come to terms on a

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Charlotte Hornets officially sign Kelly Oubre Jr. to two-year deal, waive Caleb Martin
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Charlotte Hornets officially sign Kelly Oubre Jr. to two-year deal, waive Caleb Martin

In welcoming a free agent addition to the fold, the Charlotte Hornets had to say goodbye to a well-liked individual. The Hornets signed wing Kelly Oubre Jr. to

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Charlotte Hornets acquire Wes Iwundu, Tyler Harvey and cash considerations for Devonte' Graham in three-team deal
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Charlotte Hornets acquire Wes Iwundu, Tyler Harvey and cash considerations for Devonte' Graham in three-team deal

Devonte' Graham's stint with the Charlotte Hornets is officially over. The Hornets acquired Wes Iwundu, a protected 2022 first-round draft pick and cash

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LiAngelo Ball: 'I’m very thankful for it and I’m not taking it for granted'
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LiAngelo Ball: 'I’m very thankful for it and I’m not taking it for granted'

The hands-on direction and instructional guides. The extra assurance. Those are just some of the things LiAngelo Ball has noticed since he's been hanging around

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Sources: Charlotte Hornets agree to deal with Kelly Oubre Jr.
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Sources: Charlotte Hornets agree to deal with Kelly Oubre Jr.

Another year, another notable free agent signing for GM Mitch Kupchak. The Charlotte Hornets have agreed to a two-year deal worth around $36 million with wing

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LiAngelo Ball's strength, shot and confidence impress Charlotte Hornets summer league coach

When sizing up LiAngelo Ball's game and citing some of his best attributes, Charlotte Hornets assistant coach Dutch Gaitley pointed directly to the

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