Hornets Daily: Summer League Dominance, Colin Ston’s Breakout & Roster Shakeup Rumors

On today’s Hornets Daily, host Vance Ballard recaps the Charlotte Hornets’ blowout Summer League win over the Spurs (106–81)—a must-win that clinched their Vegas playoff spot behind elite team defense and standout nights from Khan Canipple and KJ Simpson (both 19 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists). The episode highlights PJ Hall’s breakout game off the bench (11 points, 8 rebounds, 4 blocks) and discusses which two-way contract hopefuls are surging. Vance also digs into Colin Ston’s rapid rise as a culture-setter and budding backcourt partner for LaMelo Ball, detailing their on- and off-court chemistry and Ston’s recent Charlotte Observer profile. Listener chat focuses on which roster “domino” falls next after recent cuts—will the Hornets make another wave or try to trade for a defensive-minded big? Essential listening for fans tracking player development, Summer League standouts, and this offseason’s evolving roster moves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices