Rookies Kon Knueppel, Sion James, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Liam McNeeley have re-energized the Hornets’ franchise, Steve Aschburner of NBA.com writes. Knueppel is challenging top pick and college teammate Cooper Flagg for Rookie of the Year honors. “I knew the four guys we were bringing in … they were just so secure in themselves,” president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Hornets, Wizards, Heat, Herro
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Two Chinese generals latest victims of Xi’s military purge
The Chinese Communist Party has placed two senior generals under criminal investigation, including the most powerful officer of the People's Liberation Army, the Defense Ministry announced Saturday. … [Read more...] about Two Chinese generals latest victims of Xi’s military purge
ESPN’s NBA insider may have quietly connected the Wizards to a perfect long-term fit
The Wizards could be eyeing a massive addition this offseason according to this reliable source. … [Read more...] about ESPN’s NBA insider may have quietly connected the Wizards to a perfect long-term fit
Wizards President Stands Firm On 2024 Trade: ‘Not A Mistake’
The Washington Wizards have finally begun turning a corner into a new era of competitive basketball. Several trades, drafts, and signings after their last playoff appearance, Washington finally can see the light at the end of the tunnel. That said, some moves may have made the rebuild take a little longer. One, in particular, has aged extremely poorly; however, Monumental … [Read more...] about Wizards President Stands Firm On 2024 Trade: ‘Not A Mistake’
Southeast Notes: Magic, Ware, Heat, Wizards, Hornets
The Magic were blown out at home by the Hornets on Thursday, falling 124-97 to a team that trailed them by eight games in the standings entering the contest. Although Orlando was missing starters Franz Wagner (ankle) and Jalen Suggs (knee), several Magic players expressed frustration after the loss about the club’s inconsistent play, writes Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Magic, Ware, Heat, Wizards, Hornets
