At a glance, the Charlotte Hornets don’t appear to be part of the Eastern Conference playoff picture in 2025-26. Even in its diminished state, it will likely take at least 40 wins to clinch a Play-In Tournament berth. That number would be more than double the total (19) the Hornets produced last year. But rest assured, Charlotte isn’t as surefire a bet to tank after the … [Read more...] about Don’t Sleep On The Charlotte Hornets In 2025-26
These 3 NBA Teams Could Go From The Lottery To The Playoffs
Most NBA seasons feature teams outperforming preseason expectations, fueled by organic development. Teams like the Orlando Magic in 2024, Oklahoma City Thunder in 2024 and Houston Rockets in 2025 rose to playoff quality without any massive roster shakeups via trade or free agency. We’re defining an “organic leap” as one driven by player development on the roster and in-house … [Read more...] about These 3 NBA Teams Could Go From The Lottery To The Playoffs
NFL Preseason: Carolina Panthers Exit Training Camp With Players Fighting For Roster Spots
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Carolina Panthers’ Jalen Coker caught a pass and absorbed a hit during Tuesday’s training camp practice finale. Certainly not an unusual play, but as safety Tre’von Moehrig stepped over the prone receiver, the move triggered a mid-field melee. Feeling disrespected, cornerback Jaycee Horn went after left tackle Ikem Ekwonu and the sides converged at midfield, … [Read more...] about NFL Preseason: Carolina Panthers Exit Training Camp With Players Fighting For Roster Spots
NFL Preseason Finale: Carolina Panthers Depending On Reserve ‘Studs’ Vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Jaden Crumedy swiped and whiffed on an open-field opportunity to sack a scrambling Cleveland Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders during the teams’ NFL preseason opener Aug. 8. The Carolina Panthers’ reserve defensive end experienced a similar fate during last Saturday’s outing against the Houston Texans. Still, Crumedy was part of the crew that drew coach Dave … [Read more...] about NFL Preseason Finale: Carolina Panthers Depending On Reserve ‘Studs’ Vs. Pittsburgh Steelers
NFL Preseason: Carolina Panthers Ink UFL MVP QB Bryce Perkins; Injured Nic Scourton Showing ‘Significant improvement’
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Pulled from Saturday’s preseason outing at the Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers quarterback Andy Dalton drastically underthrew rookie Tetairoa McMillan, who appeared to be working his way open deep. Dalton’s effort fluttered well short. Dave Canales issued concerning post-game statements, fearing the veteran suffered a severe elbow injury. The Panthers coach … [Read more...] about NFL Preseason: Carolina Panthers Ink UFL MVP QB Bryce Perkins; Injured Nic Scourton Showing ‘Significant improvement’