Details are being discussed for a second bubble for the eight NBA teams not invited to Florida, and some teams continue to push for an alternative plan that would enable them to hold mini-camps within their local markets, sources told ESPN.
Charlotte Hornets players say Michael Jordan spoke to them recently about what it takes to be a champion, emphasizing the need for accountability -- even if it means making teammates uncomfortable.
Michael Jordan and the crew on his boat, Catch 23, entered this year's Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament and reeled in a 442.3-pound blue marlin on Tuesday.
Hornets guard Malik Monk has been reinstated following his suspension for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.
Cleveland Cavaliers coach JB Bickerstaff and Charlotte Hornets coach James Borrego join The Woj Pod to discuss the difficulties of their teams getting left behind from the NBA's restart in Orlando, the shutdown's impact on rebuilding organizations, the NBA coaches association's resolve to impact race in America and much more.
Most of the eight NBA teams whose seasons have ended are pushing to engage in joint practices as ramp-ups for regional summer leagues in August, sources told ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.
Michael Jordan said he was "truly pained and plain angry" over the death of George Floyd as he joined countless others in the sports world to call for change on Sunday.
Michael Jordan or LeBron James? For NBA fans, the debate over the better NBA player will never end -- but at the moment, MJ clearly has more fans in his corner.
The 1997-98 season didn't need to be "the last dance" for Jordan's Bulls, Ramona Shelburne explains to Brian Windhorst and Kirk Goldsberry. Plus, the crew discusses potential modifications to the CBA and how they might lead to some "big-time" players suddenly hitting the open market (27:30).
Stugotz and Stanczyk compile a top 5 of athletes whose last names start with a Z before talking to Cody Zeller about trying to learn how to play the guitar, the time he accidentally big timed Michael Jordan, and who would be on the all-time Hornets team.
Hornets coach James Borrego said if the NBA returns to action this season, some players could need "multiple weeks'' to get back into true basketball shape.
Draft expert Mike Schmitz joins Brian Windhorst and Kevin Pelton to re-select the NBA's 2019 draft lottery based on the information we now have from this season. Plus, a question from the Hoopline about the logistics of a virtual NBA Draft (46:00).
The Hornets are staying in touch by breaking down a 2012 Lakers-Nuggets playoff series via video chats and text chains.
Our NBA experts examine what an extended layoff could mean for every Eastern Conference team.
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 41 | 24 | .631 | - | L1 |
| Orlando | 30 | 35 | .462 | 11 | W3 |
| Washington | 24 | 40 | .375 | 16.5 | W1 |
| Charlotte | 23 | 42 | .354 | 18 | W1 |
| Atlanta | 20 | 47 | .299 | 22 | L1 |
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(12) | PJ Washington | PF | Kentucky |
| 2(6) | Cody Martin | SF | Nevada |
| 2(22) | Jalen McDaniels | PF | San Diego State |
| YEAR | W | L | PCT |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019-20 | 23 | 42 | .354 |
| 2018-19 | 39 | 43 | .476 |
| 2017-18 | 36 | 46 | .439 |
| 2016-17 | 36 | 46 | .439 |
| 2015-16 | 48 | 34 | .585 |
