As a whole, Charlotte was significantly worse with Nick Smith Jr. on the floor. His -9.3 on/off net rating is one of the ...

I’m not picking no ugly jersey number. But I wore 5; I like 5. If it means something and there’s a meaning behind it, you obviously respect people.” Nick Smith Jr., No. 8 “My favorite ...

Hornets With just two games remaining—both in Boston—Charlotte has little left to play for but pride. Still, fans will be watching closely. If Smith Jr. can build on this performance and end ...

Impact Smith suffered a groin injury during the Hornets' loss to the Celtics on Friday, and it puts him in jeopardy of missing Sunday's rematch. Seth Curry and Jaylen Sims would be in line to see ...

Nick Smith Jr. is one of the most skilled basketball players on the Charlotte Hornets. The sophomore guard has a tight handle that complements his herky-jerky movements and reminds ball-knowers of ...