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.

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 ...

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

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 ...

Mar 28, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Charlotte Hornets guard Nick Smith Jr. (8) controls the ball against the Toronto Raptors in the second half at Scotiabank Arena.

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 ...

NBA Draft Grades: Charlotte Hornets Select Nick Smith Jr. No. 27 Overall Adam Finkelstein and Matt Norlander join Hakem Dermish to grade the Hornets selection of Nick Smith Jr.

PHOENIX -- J.R. Smith scored a season-high 26 points, including four free throws in the last 17.6 seconds, and the Oklahoma City / New Orleans Hornets held off the Phoenix ...

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.