Season in Review: Okafor

Unfortunately for Emeka Okafor, from an individual standpoint, 2011-12 will be remembered for the season-ending knee injury the center sustained in mid-February, causing him to miss the final 39 games. | Read More

Hornets Seek Elite Talent in Draft

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As New Orleans eyes the May 30 NBA draft lottery and June 28 draft, a primary objective is to obtain a franchise-changing player or two. Monty Williams’ Hornets were praised league-wide for their relentless effort, but Williams understands they’ll need some reinforcements to make a significant jump in the standings. | Read More

14.8 Percent Chance at No. 1 Pick

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In a season filled with bad luck, perhaps it was fitting that the New Orleans Hornets' final "loss" of 2011-12 occurred on a coin toss. On Friday, April 27, the NBA broke a tie for the third spot in the draft lottery with a coin flip between the Hornets and the Cleveland Cavaliers. | Read More | Hornets247: Lottery Probabilities

Season in Review: Henry

Due to the amount of injuries the Hornets faced this season, Xavier Henry was one of the few players who were able to see multiple minutes. For Henry, playing at high level on a consistent basis was a learning experience, one that he never witnessed in college or high school. | Read More

NOLA to Host 2014 All-Star Game

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New Orleans is slated to host the 63rd NBA All-Star Game on Sunday, February 16, 2014, it was announced today by NBA Commissioner David Stern. This will mark the second time that NBA All-Star will be hosted in New Orleans, having previously been held in the "Crescent City" in 2008. | Read More

Benson Purchases Hornets

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NBA Commissioner David Stern announced that Saints owner Tom Benson has purchased the Hornets. We are appreciative of the devotion and support we have received from our fans. That commitment and passion is essential to our success. | Letter from Benson | Letter from Jac & Hugh | Video: Press Conference

Hornets Announce Lease Extension

Governor Bobby Jindal and the Hornets announce an agreement in principle that will keep the team in New Orleans through 2024. The agreement will include upgrades to the New Orleans Arena and eliminate all exit options and attendance benchmarks. | Read More | VIDEO: Weber, Sperling | Q&A: Pt. 1 | Forman, Thornton | Q&A: Pt. 2