CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- Panthers receiver Adam Thielen is the team’s nominee for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award. The team says the 34-year-old has “committed to pouring into his community, helping inspire the next generation to find that same passion.” The award recognizes an NFL player for his excellence on and off the field; all 32 teams … [Read more...] about WR Adam Thielen is Panthers nominee for Walter Payton Man of the Year for charitable work
Hornets announce updated schedule after getting knocked out of NBA Cup
CHARLOTTE (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- The NBA has filled in the schedule for the teams eliminated from the Emirates NBA Cup. There are three groups of five teams in each conference. Only the top team from each group and one wild card per conference advance to the bracket stage. The Hornets went 0-4 in group play with a -33-point differential. Hornets point guard … [Read more...] about Hornets announce updated schedule after getting knocked out of NBA Cup
Kristi Coleman named CEO of Tepper Sports & Entertainment
CHARLOTTE (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) -- Carolina Panthers president Kristi Coleman is being named the new CEO of Tepper Sports & Entertainment. Coleman has been the president of the Panthers since February 2022. She first joined the franchise in 2014 as a Controller to Director of Finance. “Drawing on more than a decade of experience at this organization, Kristi is a … [Read more...] about Kristi Coleman named CEO of Tepper Sports & Entertainment
Buccaneers vs. Panthers Week 13 preview
CHARLOTTE (BLACK & BLUE KICKOFF LIVE) -- Does Bryce Young's improved play continue against divisional rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers? It certainly could as this is a favorable matchup for the Panthers offense. The Bucs have allowed the third most passing yards this season and are bottom-ten in opponent completion percentage and passing touchdowns. That bodes well for … [Read more...] about Buccaneers vs. Panthers Week 13 preview
Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball will miss at least 2 weeks with a left calf strain
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets will be without point guard LaMelo Ball for at least two weeks because of a strained left calf. Ball felt discomfort in his calf after Wednesday night’s loss to the Miami Heat and did not play against the New York Knicks on Friday. The team said he will be reevaluated on Dec. 11, which is two weeks from the date of the original … [Read more...] about Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball will miss at least 2 weeks with a left calf strain