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Charlotte Hornets maintain strong 3PT shooting without LaMelo Ball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 8:44 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Charlotte Hornets maintain strong 3PT shooting without LaMelo Ball

Summary

The Charlotte Hornets continue to emphasize 3-point shooting following the departure of LaMelo Ball. Last season, the team averaged the most made 3-pointers and had the league's third-highest 3-point percentage. Key players like Royce O'Neale, Grayson Allen, Brandon Miller, and Kon Knueppel remain crucial to their deep shooting strategy. New addition Naz Reid will provide versatility, and rookie Christian Anderson Jr. adds to the backcourt depth with proven 3-point skills from Texas Tech. The Hornets are expected to rely heavily on this approach moving forward.

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By the Numbers

•Hornets averaged the most made 3-pointers last season.
•LaMelo Ball has been traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
•Charlotte added shooters O'Neale, Allen, and Reid to the roster.
•Draft pick Christian Anderson Jr. brings 40% shooting from 3-point range.
•Coach Charles Lee has new tools for offensive strategy this season.

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8:44 PMYahoo Sports — Why Charlotte's 3PT shooting success will continue even without LaMelo Ball

What they're saying

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While the departure of LaMelo Ball may loom large on the Hornets, Charlotte will continue to be one of the league's strongest 3-point shooting teams.
— Yahoo Sports

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