The Charlotte Hornets made a bold statement by starting rookies Ryan Kalkbrenner and Kon Knueppel on opening night. Kalkbrenner, a second-round pick, became only the second player in franchise history to achieve a double-double in his NBA debut, scoring 10 points and grabbing 11 rebounds in a victory against the Brooklyn Nets.

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Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been fined $35,000 by the NBA for making an obscene gesture on Tuesday night.

NEW YORK – Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball has been fined $35,000 for making an obscene gesture on the playing court, it was announced today by James Jones, Executive Vice President, Head of Basketball Operations.

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