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Coby White projects strong season for Charlotte Hornets in 2026-27

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 8:35 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Coby White projects strong season for Charlotte Hornets in 2026-27

Summary

Coby White, now starting his first full season with the Charlotte Hornets, believes the team will surprise the NBA. After being traded from the Chicago Bulls at last year's trade deadline, White anticipates a fresh start for the franchise following the offseason trade of LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. White highlighted the team's camaraderie, noting players are already training together in Charlotte, which he sees as a sign of their commitment. With a roster featuring promising young talents and new additions like Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neal, the Hornets aim to improve on their recent performances and break their playoff drought.

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Key Details

•Coby White expects to start as point guard this season.
•Hornets traded LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves this offseason.
•Team has not made the playoffs in ten years.
•Players are currently training together in Charlotte.
•New acquisitions include Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neal.

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8:35 AMYahoo Sports — Coby White Says Hornets Will Surprise the NBA This Year

What they're saying

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Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White believes the team will surprise the league this year, his first full season with the team.White, a North Carolina native, was traded to the Hornets from the Chicago Bulls at last year’s NBA trade deadline. With the Hornets trading longtime franchise player LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves this offseason, […] The post Coby White Says Hornets Will Surprise the NBA This Year appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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