Hoops Rumors

The Heat‘s 127-111 loss to the Kings on Saturday extended their losing streak to three games, with a growing injury report catching up to them in Sacramento, writes Anthony Chiang of the Miami Herald. Tyler Herro, Davion Mitchell, and Pelle Larsson all missed the game for Miami. “We didn’t have a lot of juice on either end of the floor,” said head coach Erik Spoelstra. As … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Heat, Herro, Whitmore, Diabate

A five-day break comes at a good time for the Hornets, who were down to 11 healthy players in Sunday’s loss to Denver, writes Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer (subscription required). LaMelo Ball, Collin Sexton, Tre Mann and Moussa Diabate were all sidelined by injuries, along with Grant Williams and Josh Green, who haven’t played yet this season. “It’s going to be … [Read more...] about Break Comes At A Fortunate Time For Hornets

Heat guard Terry Rozier pleaded not guilty to two federal charges related to illegal sports betting on Monday in Brooklyn federal court, reports Mike Vorkunov of The Athletic. Rozier was arraigned in alongside friend and alleged co-conspirator Deniro Laster. Rozier was released on $3MM bond secured using his Florida home, Vorkunov adds. Rozier was arrested on October 23 on … [Read more...] about Terry Rozier Pleads Not Guilty To Federal Gambling Charges

Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball has been diagnosed with a bone bruise on his left ankle that will force him to miss Sunday’s matchup against Denver, relays Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer (Twitter link). Ball was unable to finish Friday’s game due to soreness in the ankle. … [Read more...] about LaMelo Ball Declared Out For Sunday

Late first-rounder Liam McNeeley has received inconsistent playing time for the Hornets in his rookie season, but he’s thrilled he was able to fulfill a childhood dream and has remained a positive presence on the team throughout 2025/26. “I’m having the time of my life right now,” McNeeley said with a noticeable huge grin on his face, per Sam Perley of Hornets.com. “I can’t … [Read more...] about McNeeley Staying Upbeat Amid Inconsistent Minutes