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Gordon Hayward exits game after re-aggravating right hand injury

At 21.9 points per game, Hayward is the leading scorer for the Hornets. Charlotte’s 132-110 loss to Utah on Monday night included an injury to one of its most important players.  Hornets forward Gordon Hayward was forced to leave the game in the fourth quarter after re-aggravating a right hand injury. INJURY UPDATE: @hornets F…

'No-nonsense' referee Hugh Evans gets his due in Springfield

Hugh Evans, an NBA referee from 1972-2001, is the 17th official to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Hugh Evans constantly believed his role was to be revered, not adored. As time progressed, he became so proficient at earning respect that he inevitably experienced a significant amount of affection. Evans, who…