Jan 24, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Nick Smith Jr. (8) drives against Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center.

The lead decision-maker of the reigning champions has amassed a young core of All-NBA level players, ideal role players to ...

Smith was selected by the Hornets out of Arkansas with the 27th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. In his rookie season, he averaged 5.9 points in 51 games, shooting 39.1% from the field.

Smith Jr. hasn't taken a leap to stardom but has cemented himself as a key role player for the Charlotte Hornets. They are one of the worst teams in the NBA this season at 18-53, but Smith has ...

Mar 1, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Nick Smith Jr. (8) shoots against the Washington Wizards during the first quarter at Spectrum Center.

Nick Smith Jr. shines, but Hornets crumble in 126-96 loss to Raptors Steven Corder Apr 10, 2025 11:28 AM EDT Start Conversation ...

Before officially adding Reeves, the Hornets must make a roster move. After bringing Drew Peterson on board on a two-way deal, the Hornets have 21 players under contract, which is the maximum a team ...

BETHANY -- New Orleans Hornets guard J.R. Smith said Friday he planned to speak with coach Byron Scott about the developing rift between the two. General manager Jeff Bower got ...

Five players scored in double figures for the Hornets, including Nick Smith Jr. with 17, but that wasn’t enough as the Trail Blazers pulled away down the stretch, with most of Charlotte’s ...

Jan 24, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Nick Smith Jr. (8) drives against Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija (8) during the first quarter at Spectrum Center.