Paul leads energetic Hornets past Heat, 100-89 Nov 10, 2008
New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul, right, goes to the basket against Miami Heat center Udonis Haslem (40) during the second quarter of a basketball game in New Orleans, Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008. Paul had 21 points and 13 assists as the Hornets defeated the Heat 100-89. (WWLTV.com, LA)
From Beyond the Arc Nov 9, 2008
Point 2: Portland center Greg Oden, who was the No. 1 pick in the 2007 draft, likely will miss this Friday's game against the New Orleans Hornets. Oden remains sidelined after spraining a foot in the opener against the Los Angeles Lakers. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Hornets top Heat 100-89 Nov 9, 2008
Chris Paul had 21 points and 13 assists for his sixth straight double-double and the New Orleans Hornets snapped a two-game losing streak with a 100-89 victory over the Miami Heat on Saturday night. Paul set an NBA record for consecutive games at the start of a season with at least 20 points and 10 assists, breaking the mark set by Oscar Robertson in 1968. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Bobcats clip Hornets in late comeback, 92-89 Nov 9, 2008
New Orleans Hornets guard Devin Brown (23) is trapped by Charlotte Bobcats guard Matt Carroll (13) and Andre Brown (1). CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Jason Richardson and Raymond Felton scored 20 points apiece, rookie D.J. Augustin spearheaded a late comeback, and Charlotte spoiled Chris Paul's homecoming by beating New Orleans. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Bobcats spoil Paul's big night Nov 8, 2008
Advertisements The Associated Press Jason Richardson and Raymond Felton scored 20 points apiece, rookie D.J. Augustin spearheaded a late comeback, and the Charlotte Bobcats spoiled Chris Paul's homecoming, beating the New Orleans Hornets 92-89 on Friday night. New coach Larry Brown tinkered with his lineup late, going with the rookie point guard Augustin, who helped Charlotte regroup after blowing a 14-point lead to give Brown his second win with the Bobcats. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Another victim for the Hawks Nov 6, 2008
They are 3-0 for the first time since 1997, when they won their first 11, courtesy of an impressive 87-79 victory over the previously unbeaten New Orleans Hornets on Wednesday night. Ann Heisenfelt/AP. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Hawks remain unbeaten Nov 6, 2008
NEW ORLEANS - Joe Johnson scored 24 points and the Atlanta Hawks made 12 3-pointers to stay perfect on the young season while handing the New Orleans Hornets their first loss, 87-79 on Wednesday night. Reserve Flip Murray added 14 points for the Hawks (3-0), hitting a pair of 3s in the fourth quarter, including one as the shot clock expired during a 14-2 surge that put Atlanta in the lead for good. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Marty BurnsNBA POWER RANKINGS Nov 4, 2008
New Orleans Hornets lead the NBA Power Rankings - Marty Burns - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
NBA INSIDER: Artest technical upheld Nov 4, 2008
Coach Byron Scott's New Orleans Hornets have been bitten early and hard by the injury bug. Forward , the team's best perimeter shooter, continues to be out with a swollen right ankle. (USA Today -- Sports)
Seth DavisINSIDE COLLEGE BASKETBALL Nov 3, 2008
To Floyd, the former Chicago Bulls and New Orleans Hornets coach who is now in his fourth year at USC, that is a sign the program is standing on a solid foundation. Somewhere, the basketball gods are smiling. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Hornets already feeling Posey's presence Nov 3, 2008
The New Orleans Hornets certainly didn't make the acquisition of Posey their top priority in free agency because of his career scoring average of 9. 2 points. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Paul helps Posey lift Hornets Nov 2, 2008
Chris Paul had an overflow crowd on its feet before he'd even removed his warm-ups, showing off his Olympic gold medal during the pregame ceremonies for the New Orleans Hornets' home opener. Now Paul seeks to add an NBA championship to his basketball r. (Boston Globe)
Paul stings Cavaliers, lifts unbeaten Hornets to 104-92 win Nov 2, 2008
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James, right, looks to pass under pressure from New Orleans Hornets forward guard Rasual Butler during the first quarter of their NBA game in New Orleans. James had 15 points, 13 assists and seven rebounds, but the Hornets beat the Cavs 104-92. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mills ready for sophomore season leading Gaels Oct 31, 2008
"Usually you can always get in tournaments and get games on the road but it's been a little more difficult to get certain games. Home games are about out of the question this year. We can't seem to get anybody to do that with us.''The 1997 Gaels under Kent won the school's lone WCC tournament title. Mills wants nothing more than to keep this tiny school in San Francisco's East Bay suburbs on the national map. Next up is winning the WCC and getting back to the NCAA tournament, where they are... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hornets, Suns square off in the desert Oct 31, 2008
- (Sports Network) - A pair of unbeaten Western Conference powerhouses get together this evening, as the Phoenix Suns welcome the New Orleans Hornets to US Airways Center. Phoenix opened its 2008-09 season with a 103-98 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday at the ATter. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Suns' Bell trying to adjust Oct 31, 2008
After he launched a 3-pointer in the first quarter Thursday night in the Suns' home opening loss to the New Orleans Hornets at US Airways Center, Porter didn't look pleased. And not long after that, Bell was headed to the bench, where he remained for the rest of the first half. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Suns lose home opener to Hornets Oct 31, 2008
Phoenix Suns Shaquille O'Neal is fouled by New Orleans Hornets Hilton Armstrong during the SUns' 108-95 loss Thursday. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Hornets topple Suns, 108-95 Oct 31, 2008
New Orleans Hornets guard Chris Paul drives to the basket around Phoenix Suns guard Raja Bell, right, in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, Oct. 30, 2008, in Scottsdale, Ariz. The Hornets won, just as they did all four times the teams met last season. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Late Paul layup lifts Hornets to 108-103 opening night victory Oct 31, 2008
-- Even when Chris Paul's game is decidedly off, he's still capable of carrying the New Orleans Hornets. Jeff Chiu / Associated Press. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Thunder open inaugural season in Oklahoma City Oct 30, 2008
Banners from each NBA team lined the street outside the arena for the first regular-season NBA game since the New Orleans Hornets ended a two-year stay in Oklahoma City in 2007. A large sign noted that it was "Opening Night" for the Thunder. (ESPN -- Golf News)
Paul's poise saves Hornets in 108-103 win Oct 30, 2008
Golden State Warriors forward Corey Maggette dunks against the New Orleans Hornets in the third quarter of an NBA basketball game on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, in Oakland, Calif ... 4 seconds left and finished with 21 points and 11 assists in the New Orleans Hornets' perilous 108-103 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. (Anchorage Daily News)
Paul's poise saves Hornets vs. Warriors Oct 30, 2008
(AP) -Even when Chris Paul's game is decidedly off, he's still capable of carrying the New Orleans Hornets. The Golden State Warriors no longer have a point guard like that, and the players Baron Davis left behind couldn't quite match Paul's messy magic. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Thunder fans party despite loss Oct 30, 2008
Ford Center hosted 71 New Orleans Hornets games between 2005-07, following the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. But this time, Oklahoma City had a team to call its own, and the fans celebrated in kind. (USA Today -- Sports)
Thunder tip off inaugural season vs. Bucks Oct 30, 2008
Oklahoma City was the temporary home of the New Orleans Hornets in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and proved to be a fertile market for pro basketball. So, the NBA's board of governors overwhelmingly voted to approve the move of the SuperSonics to Oklahoma City for the 2008-09 season and owner Clay Bennett subsequently reached a settlement with the city of Seattle that could be worth up to $75 million. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Steve AschburnerINSIDE THE NBA Oct 29, 2008
The New Orleans Hornets, sneaking up on no one. 4. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
The Front Row: Get well soon, Lute Oct 29, 2008
NBA Champions: New Orleans Hornets. This team surprised everyone by winning 56 games and pushing the defending champion San Antonio Spurs to seven grueling games. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Hornets must show they're no 'one-hit' wonder Oct 29, 2008
New Orleans Hornets head coach Byron Scott. Scott got the attention of his players prior to training camp, lighting a fire under the team with a speech the night before the first practice. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Hole truth: Brown a major loss Oct 29, 2008
James Posey was in the Bay area with the New Orleans Hornets, who open their season tonight against Golden State. And P.J. Brown decided not to come to Boston because of a "family situation," according to the Celtics. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
From Deep: On with the show Oct 29, 2008
1 Los Angeles Lakers2 Boston Celtics 3 Detroit Pistons 4 Phoenix Suns 5 Utah Jazz 6 Houston Rockets 7 Dallas Mavericks 8 Orlando Magic 9 New Orleans Hornets 10 Portland Trail Blazers 11 Cleveland Cavaliers 12 Philadelphia 76ers 13 San Antonio Spurs 14 Denver Nuggets 15 Chicago Bulls. Posted 29/10/08 at 12:11 AM EDT. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Predictions and five questions Oct 29, 2008
Now, he's joined Chris Paul and the rising New Orleans Hornets, and some think his presence could push the young Hornets over the top ... New Orleans Hornets, 60-223. (Globe and Mail -- Sports)
Glorious way to get it going Oct 28, 2008
The second reason is the loss of James Posey to the New Orleans Hornets. He is a unique auxiliary force. (Boston Globe)
OK with them: Thunder aiming to deliver 'exciting basketball' Oct 28, 2008
Wranglers (Arena League); hosted NBA's New Orleans Hornets in 2006 and 2007. University of Washington. (USA Today -- Sports)
• More State/National Stories • Oct 28, 2008
NEW ORLEANS HORNETS Exercised their options on the contracts of F-C Hilton Armstrong and F Julian Wright. SAN ANTONIO SPURS Waived G-F Malik Hairston. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
WESTERN CONFERENCE PREVIEW Oct 26, 2008
New Orleans Hornets (54-28, 2nd) -- If they can make it through the season without any major injuries, the Hornets will win their second consecutive division crown. But that's a big if. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Grizz to go high def Oct 24, 2008
The high definition broadcast games will include: Nov. 24 and Jan. 2 against the San Antonio Spurs; Dec. 16 versus the New Orleans Hornets; Dec. 19 against the Charlotte Bobcats; Jan. 27 against the Denver Nuggets; Feb. 4 against the Houston Rockets; Feb. 7 against the Toronto Raptors; Feb. 9 against the New Orleans Hornets; and March 21 against the Boston Celtics. Reader Comments. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
West lead Hornets past Heat Oct 24, 2008
(AP) -- David West scored 22 points, Peja Stojakovic added 14 and the New Orleans Hornets were 9-of-16 from 3-point range in their 100-80 exhibition victory over the Miami Heat on Thursday at the University of South Alabama. New Orleans wrapped up the preseason with a 7-0 mark, while the Heat (1-5) will finish their exhibition schedule Friday night in San Antonio. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Three to be Inducted to the Duquesne University Sports Hall of Fame Oct 24, 2008
PITTSBURGH - New Orleans Hornets guard Mike James (basketball, 1995-98), the quarterback who led the Dukes to their first two Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Football League titles, (football, 1994-97) along with former rifle coach (head coach, 1974-04) comprise the 2008-09 Duquesne University Sports Hall of Fame class announced today ... MIKE JAMESBasketball Guard (1995-98)In his eighth NBA season, currently with the New Orleans Hornets. (Goduquesne.com)
GM poll: Lakers will beat Celtics in NBA Finals Oct 23, 2008
New Orleans Hornets got 12 percent of the vote and San Antonio 8 percent. It was the first time in five years the GMs didn't tab the Spurs as their preseason pick to win the title. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Southwest Division Oct 22, 2008
(in order of predicted finish) New Orleans Hornets Last season: 56-26, lost in Western semifinalsCoach: Byron ScottStarting five: PG Chris Paul, SG Maurice Peterson, SF Peja Stojakovic, PF David West, C Tyson ChandlerKey additions: F-G James Posey, G Devin BrownKey loss: G Jannero PargoOutlook: With the addition of Posey and Brown, the Hornets acquired championship experience that will aid them during the postseason. They have been working hard to improve defensively. (Boston Globe)
2008-09 Washington Wizards Preview Oct 22, 2008
As Williams continues to mature you have to expect that number to improve but it looks as if Utah might need another year before its ready to compete with the LA Lakers, San Antonio Spurs and New Orleans Hornets for Western Conference supremacy. Problem is, the team has seven players who could become free agents after the season, including Boozer, Okur and Korver, all of whom can opt out of their contracts. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Wizards' Jamison 100 percent, Young practices Oct 21, 2008
Jamison sat out the next three outings before playing 29 minutes - shooting 4-for-14 - in a 102-80 loss to the New Orleans Hornets in Barcelona, Spain, on Friday. He wore a sleeve on his right leg in that game. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ely makes the most of Barcelona opportunity Oct 21, 2008
With 11 days remaining until the season opener, New Orleans Hornets backup center Melvin Ely does not want to squander any more opportunities that could lead to an increased role. After battling injuries throughout the preseason, including a viral infection that forced him to miss Tuesday's game in Berlin, Ely earned a rare start Friday against the Washington Wizards in Barcelona, Spain. (Nola.com -- Sports)
Can the Celtics be caught, can the Lakers hang on? Oct 19, 2008
The New Orleans Hornets followed their breakthrough season by signing valuable reserve James Posey away from the Celtics. San Antonio, Utah, Dallas and Phoenix are all still right there in the power conference, where a team going 15 games above. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
* NBA: Hornets defeat Wizards in Euro finale Oct 19, 2008
The Washington Wizards Dominic McGuire reacts during an NBA Europe Live 2008 Tour game against the New Orleans Hornets in Barcelona, Spain, on Friday ... Life without Gilbert Arenas isnt getting any easier for the Washington Wizards, who dropped their second straight European exhibition game to the New Orleans Hornets 102-80 in Barcelona on Friday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Arash MarkaziINSIDE THE NBA Oct 18, 2008
New Orleans Hornets are thinking big this season - Arash Markazi - SI.com. Teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NBA)
Paul, Hornets close Euro tour with win over Wizards Oct 18, 2008
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -Life without Gilbert Arenas isn't getting any easier for the Washington Wizards, who dropped their second straight European exhibition game to the New Orleans Hornets 102-80 in Barcelona on Friday. Melvin Ely had 19 points and eight rebounds and Chris Paul added 10 points and eight assists to help the Hornets wrap up the NBA's annual preseason tour of Europe with another strong performance. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ventre: Lakers turn to Bynum, experience for better 'D' Oct 18, 2008
The Lakers made no major personnel moves in the offseason; by contrast, the New Orleans Hornets, a team many thought the Lakers were fortunate to have avoided in last years playoffs, lured valuable reserve forward James Posey away from the Celtics. The Lakers believe that, even though no new names were inked to contracts, theyre improved nonetheless by virtue of bringing back Bynum who was limited to 35 games last year because of an injured knee and reserve forward Ariza, a... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Paul helps Hornets top Wizards in European tour finale Oct 18, 2008
New Orleans Hornets point guard Chris Paul, right, drives around his defender, Antonio Daniels of the Washington Wizards, during the final game of the NBA Europe Live 2008 Tour in Barcelona ... BARCELONA (AP) Life without isn't getting any easier for the Washington Wizards, who dropped their second straight European exhibition game to the New Orleans Hornets 102-80 in Barcelona on Friday. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wizards' Haywood could miss entire season Oct 17, 2008
In addition, All-Star forward Antawn Jamison and guards Antonio Daniels, Nick Young and Juan Dixon sat out the Wizards exhibition loss to the New Orleans Hornets in Berlin on Tuesday, although all Jamison, Daniels and Dixon might be available when the teams play another preseason game Friday in Barcelona. Jamison, who has a bruised knee, is expected to be ready for the regular season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NBA's European tour of duty helps form team togetherness Oct 17, 2008
By Chris Colston, USA TODAY With today's preseason game between the Washington Wizards and New Orleans Hornets in Barcelona, NBA Europe Live wraps its third year of action. Some players could grouse about such a long trip before an 82-game schedule, but the tour does offer a chance to forge bonds that could lead to regular-season success. (USA Today -- Sports)
Sports world also pays price amid struggling economy Oct 17, 2008
Sports also paying a price amid struggling economy - USATODAY.com. "Red Sox fan Kent Haines, with son Zach and daughter Abby, says it cost $250 for an outing to Fenway Park. "When you combine the cost of the tickets with the effort it takes to get our fannies in the seats, watching on TV. (USA Today -- Sports)
FAN REACTION Oct 17, 2008
The New Orleans Hornets had the lowest average ticket price at $25. 48 with an FCI of $182. (USA Today -- Sports)
Wizards look to rebound against Hornets Oct 17, 2008
BARCELONA, Spain (AP) -- The Washington Wizards won't let a lopsided loss to the New Orleans Hornets rattle them in the preseason. The Wizards, who lost to the Hornets 96-80 on Tuesday in Berlin, head into Friday's game with a point to prove. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
* NBA: New Orleans top Washington in preseason game Oct 16, 2008
The Washington Wizards Andray Blatche, left, challenges for the ball with the New Orleans Hornets Chris Paul during an NBA preseason game in Berlin on Tuesday ... Chris Paul showed no signs of fatigue as he set the tone for the New Orleans Hornets in a 96-80 victory over the Washington Wizards in an NBA preseason game in Berlin on Tuesday. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Sacramento Kings make first trip to Stockton since 1988 Oct 16, 2008
3 assists for the New Orleans Hornets in the Las Vegas Summer League. He had more lucrative offers overseas and additional interest in the NBA, but he chose to sign with the Kings in July. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Hornets, Paul seek balance after long summer Oct 15, 2008
BERLIN - Chris Paul showed no signs of fatigue as he set the tone for the New Orleans Hornets in a 96-80 victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday in a preseason exhibition game in Berlin. I feel like I need to hold up my end of the deal, and thats to continue to get better and take as good care of my body as possible, the All-Star point guard said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Stern says NBA prepared for economic downturn Oct 15, 2008
"In anticipation of a slowdown we had stared cutting our work force a bit,'' Stern said before the New Orleans Hornets played the Washington Wizards in a preseason game at the O2 World arena. "It's our sense we should be very prudent in expanding our work force because we have to see what the economy holds. "On a league-wide basis we are meeting all our financial goals. We are where we want to be,'' Stern added.advertisementStern again said that the league would stage a regular-season game in... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Hornets down Wizards in NBA Berlin journey Oct 15, 2008
BERLIN, Oct. 14 (Xinhua) -- New Orleans Hornets cruised to a convincing 96-80 victory over the Washington Wizards in an NBA preseason game in Berlin on Tuesday. Chris Paul had eight assists and scored four points to help the Hornets jump out to an 18-0 lead. (Xinhuanet, China)
Tough economic times force layoffs in NBA staffing Oct 14, 2008
The New Orleans Hornets have surpassed the 10,000 season-ticket sales plateau for the first time. The Orlando Magic, which will play in a new arena in two years, are fast approaching that figure. (USA Today -- Sports)
Monday's other exhibition games Oct 14, 2008
Paul, who won a gold medal with the U.S. team at the Olympics in August, leads the New Orleans Hornets against the Washington Wizards in an exhibition game today in the German capital. "The game of basketball has grown unbelievably, and Europe has a lot to do with that," he said Monday. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NBA in venture to build 12 arenas in China Oct 13, 2008
"We hope there's going to be a rapid determination made over a period of months which cities are the right ones for this venture,'' Stern said.Stern has been looking to increase the league's marketability overseas for several years, and teams are touring Europe for the third straight preseason.On Friday, Stern said the NBA was "an arena closer'' to European expansion because of the O2 World in Berlin, which will host a preseason game between the New Orleans Hornets and the Washington Wizards on... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Nets lifts second straight win over Heat Oct 13, 2008
The four-game European tour also features the Washington Wizards taking on the New Orleans Hornets in Berlin on Oct. 14 and in Barcelona on Oct. 17. Editor: Sun Yunlong. (Xinhuanet, China)
Money and Olympics key to NBA in London Oct 11, 2008
Besides Sunday's game at the O2 Arena in London, the New Orleans Hornets and the Washington Wizards will play Tuesday at the O2 World in Berlin. The same two teams will also play next Friday in Barcelona, Spain. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Wizards' Haywood needs surgery Oct 10, 2008
HORNETS 105, PACERS 71: Chris Paul scored 17 points, and the New Orleans Hornets beat the Pacers in Indiana's exhibition opener. All rights reserved. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hornets' Chandler hurts ankle Oct 6, 2008
(Sports Network) - New Orleans Hornets center Tyson Chandler left Sunday's preseason game against the Golden State Warriors with an ankle injury. The seven-foot-one Chandler, who averaged 11. (ABC 7 News, DC)
