Coby White discusses Hornets' goals for upcoming 2026-27 NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:06 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White expressed optimism about the team's prospects ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season. Following the departure of LaMelo Ball in a trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves, White is poised to take on a larger role. He indicated that the team has been working together in Charlotte during the offseason, which he believes will help build chemistry. White emphasized the commitment among players to improve their culture and performance as they prepare for the new season. He looks forward to fulfilling the responsibilities following Ball's exit, after averaging 15.6 points in 21 games with the Hornets last season.
- •Coby White highlights team chemistry during offseason workouts in Charlotte.
- •White steps into a bigger role after LaMelo Ball's trade to the Timberwolves.
- •Last season, the Hornets improved from 19 wins to 44 wins.
- •White previously averaged 15.6 points per game for Charlotte.
- •Team culture and individual commitment are areas of focus for the Hornets.
- 2:06 PMYahoo Sports — Coby White talks Charlotte Hornets' expectations ahead of 2026-27 season
"Hornets guard Coby White recently revealed that he and other teammates have gotten to work early this offseason, building chemistry together.
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