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Charlotte Hornets hire Celtics assistant coach Charles Lee to be their next head coach

The Charlotte Hornets have named Charles Lee as their next head coach. The 39-year-old Lee joins the Hornets after serving as the Boston Celtics top assistant coach.

STEVE REED AP Sports Writer

Panthers load up, Tepper flips out and a rally sausage (?) in the sports moments of the week

The Panthers showed they're all-in on improving the offense at the NFL Draft. Will their strategy pay off? Plus, the Canes go for the gentlemen's sweep, a new era in the NBA and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Duke legend JJ Redick to interview for Hornets head coaching job, report says

Since his final NBA season playing for the Dallas Mavericks in 2021, JJ Redick has served as an analyst and basketball commentator for ESPN.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

NBA bans Toronto Raptors' Jontay Porter for violating league's gambling rules

The NBA has banned Toronto Raptors player Jontay Porter from the league after an investigation found that the 24-year-old had violated betting rules, the league said.

Ben Morse, CNN

Former UNC guard Caleb Love declares for 2024 NBA Draft, will maintain college eligibility

Caleb Love declared for the 2024 NBA Draft while keeping the option to return to college for his final year of eligibility.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

UNC's Vince Carter, Walter Davis elected to Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

Former University of North Carolina basketball standouts Vince Carter and Walter Davis were elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2024.

WRAL staff

Vince Carter elected to Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, report says

North Carolina legend Vince Carter has been elected into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame's 2024 class, along with guard Chauncey Billups.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

LaMelo Ball to miss remainder of 2023-24 season with ankle injury

Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball will miss the rest of the 2023-24 season due to an ankle injury.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Vince Carter, Walter Davis among 14 finalists for Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame

North Carolina legends Vince Carter and the late Walter Davis are among 14 finalists for the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. The new class of inductees is set to be announced on April 6.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Michael Jordan: 12 facts to celebrate for his 61st birthday

A look at some of the more interesting storylines, perspectives and accomplishments of NBA icon and North Carolina legend Michael Jordan.

Ryan Bisesi, WRAL multiplatform producer

Plans canceled for Michael Jordan museum in Wilmington

New Hanover County has worked with the Jordan family over the past several months, but the family has decided not to pursue a Michael Jordan Family Museum at this time.

Louis Fernandez, WRAL Sports

Charlotte Hornets rookie Brandon Miller named in wrongful death lawsuit

Former Alabama basketball player Darius Miles was also named as a defendant in the lawsuit.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

North Carolina's sports venues: A rich history of world class facilities

From the historic Cameron Indoor Stadium to the Dean Smith Center to PNC Arena, North Carolina's sports venues are some of the best in the country.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Duke legend Chris Duhon takes on new role as high school basketball coach in North Carolina

Former Duke legend and NBA guard Chris Duhon accepted the head boys basketball coach at Gaston Christian High School. He'll have the opportunity to coach his son, an incoming high school freshman.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Kemba Walker signs with AS Monaco for 2023-24 season

The four-time NBA All-Star signed with AS Monaco for the 2023-24 season. The team competes in France's LNB Pro A and the EuroLeague.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

WRAL Triangle and Two: Julius Peppers, Muhsin Muhammad to join Panthers' Hall of Honor

Chris Lea and Mark Bergin discuss the legacy of Carolina Panthers players Julius Peppers and Muhsin Muhammad. Both players will be inducted into the Panthers' Hall of Honor on Oct. 29. The guys also discuss UNC adding West Virginia transfer James Okonkwo along with their observations from NBA Summer League.

Miles Bridges officially signs qualifying offer with Charlotte Hornets, releases apology

Miles Bridges released his first public comments addressing his arrest and no contest plea to a felony domestic violence charge. Bridges is due to make $7.92 million for the 2023-24 season.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Charlotte Hornets sign LaMelo Ball to lucrative contract extension

Several media reports LaMelo Ball's new contract extension is worth up to $260 million.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer

Britney Spears says Wembanyama's security struck her in Las Vegas, Spurs rookie says he was grabbed

San Antonio Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama said Thursday he believes Britney Spears grabbed him from behind as he was walking into a restaurant at a Las Vegas casino, and that the security detail he was with pushed the pop star away.

2023 NBA Draft recap: Why the Hornets picked Brandon Miller over Scoot Henderson

WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Mark Bergin and Louis Fernandez discuss the Charlotte Hornets' decision to select Brandon Miller with the No. 2 overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft instead of Scoot Henderson.

Spatola: Terquavion Smith helped his NBA Draft stock with another year at NC State

Ahead of the NBA Draft, ESPN college basketball analyst Chris Spatola breaks down why NBA teams could get a steal for selecting Terquavion Smith.

Dereck Lively projected as mid-first round pick in 2023 NBA Draft

The NBA Draft is set for Thursday night. Duke's Dereck Lively II is expected to hear his name called.

"WRAL Triangle and Two" - What should the Hornets do in the 2023 NBA Draft?

"WRAL Triangle and Two" hosts Louis Fernandez and Mark Bergin discuss what the Charlotte Hornets should do with the second overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft. The Hornets could select Scoot Henderson or Brandon Miller. They could also look to trade the pick.

Brownlow's Twitter Mailbag: What to watch during the dog days of summer

With NHL and NBA action over and the football season still months away, WRALSportsFan's Lauren Brownlow has some suggestions on what you can watch if you're not into baseball for the next two months.

Former NC State guard Jarkel Joiner discusses preparations before 2023 NBA Draft

Former N.C. State guard Jarkel Joiner hopes to hear his name called during the 2023 NBA Draft.

Mark Bergin, WRAL senior multiplatform producer