The NBA off-season is officially underway as the first trade has been made between the Washington Wizards and New Orleans Hornets. Here is my analysis on the deal which includes Emeka Okafor, Trevor Ariza, Rashard Lewis, and a pick in the up-coming 2012 NBA Draft. … [Read more...] about New Orleans Hornets dump salary in trade with Washington Wizards
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New Orleans Hornets franchise entering a new era
With a new owner, new nickname, and a pair of lottery picks in the 2012 NBA Draft, the New Orleans Hornets (or whatever they end up getting called) are entering a new era as a team. It could be the boost that helps fans forget about Chris Paul and look towards a potentially promising future. However, that can't happen if the team doesn't make some upgrades this off-season … [Read more...] about New Orleans Hornets franchise entering a new era
Applying the Allan Houston Rule to the NBA Southwest Division Teams in 2011
One of the topics expected to be discussed during the NBA Lockout is the possible revival of The Allan Houston Rule. When a new CBA was agreed upon in 2005, it allowed NBA teams a one time opportunity to waive a player and not have his contract count against the luxury tax teams have to pay if their team salary exceeds a pre-determined amount set by the league. The released … [Read more...] about Applying the Allan Houston Rule to the NBA Southwest Division Teams in 2011
Hornets Must Find Way to Win, Keep Chris Paul Happy
There is a new regime in charge of the New Orleans Hornets. They hired a new head coach in Monty Williams and a new general manager in Dell Demps with the hopes of putting the franchise back on the winning track. In order to successfully do that, they must keep Chris Paul happy and show him that the team is truly willing to surround him with pieces needed to win a … [Read more...] about Hornets Must Find Way to Win, Keep Chris Paul Happy
Chris Paul Trade Possibilities
Chris Paul is reportedly unhappy and wants out of New Orleans. The face of the Hornets apparently does not think the franchise has made the necessary moves to surround him with the talent needed to make a run at an NBA title and will sit down with management Monday to discuss his future. The end result could involve CP3 demanding a trade out of the bayou in hopes of pulling a … [Read more...] about Chris Paul Trade Possibilities
Hornets Need to Get Back on Track This Summer
From the sexy up-coming team in the league to being back in the lottery; the New Orleans Hornets have been heading in the wrong direction the past two seasons and need to sure up some holes on their roster this off-season. By: David Kay … [Read more...] about Hornets Need to Get Back on Track This Summer
NBA Power Rankings: #12 New Orleans Hornets
By: David Kay 2008-09 Season Summary: Coming off the 2007-08 season the Hornets were the Belle of the Ball in the NBA. They returned to play in New Orleans full time for the first time in three years, won a franchise record 56 games, had one of the future stars of the league in Chris Paul, and were one game away from playing in the Western Conference Finals, making … [Read more...] about NBA Power Rankings: #12 New Orleans Hornets