Mike Lacett

Charlotte

Sports Anchor and Reporter at WJZY-TV (Charlotte, NC)

Sports Anchor and Reporter at WMYT-TV (Charlotte, NC)

Sports Anchor/Reporter for Charlotte Sports Live (@CSLonQCN). Oreo connoisseur, giver of movie reviews, useless facts, and memories of 90s NBA.

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What to Know: Hornets to be fourth in NBA draft

2 days ago | qcnews.com | Mike Lacett

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Panthers coach Canales touts McMillan's 'craft,' explains Clowney release at minicamp

6 days ago | qcnews.com | Doug Coats |Mike Lacett

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — The first day of the Panthers’ rookie minicamp Friday was considered a light launch for things to come. Head coach Dave Canales weighed in what he saw out of first-round pick Tetairoa McMillan. The wide receiver is one of 42 players participating in the rookie practices. “He looks smooth, easy to throw to, just like we thought,” Canales said.
Coke 600 winner Christopher Bell visits Arlington cemetery to continue race tradition

2 weeks ago | qcnews.com | Mike Lacett

This tradition for the Charlotte race is in its 5th year. But you also get a lot of other things added to your plate. “A lot of obligations that you have some time as a race winner, as a NASCAR driver, are just that, obligations,” said Mike Burch, Chief Operating Officer for Speedway Motor Sports. However, there are exceptions. Things are breaks from the daily grind. Experiences like the one Christopher Bell got Wednesday can change lives.
Here's what to know ahead of the NFL Draft

3 weeks ago | qcnews.com | Mike Lacett

by: Mike Lacett Posted: Apr 24, 2025 / 10:57 AM EDT Updated: Apr 24, 2025 / 10:59 AM EDT CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The NFL Draft begins Thursday night. Charlotte Sports Live anchor Mike Lacett gives a breakdown of what the Carolina Panthers are considering heading into the big night.
Like father, like son, younger Chapman makes impact for Hornets

4 weeks ago | qcnews.com | Mike Lacett

Zeke’s father was Rex, team’s first ever draft pick in 1988. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — Everyone knows there’s a link connecting the Hornets of today, to the ones that paved the way. However you’d be greatly mistaken assuming it was only the Currys with guard Seth and his dad Dell. “No question,” said former Hornets guard Rex Chapman. “He lives and dies with every whistle.”Years ago, they said that about Rex.
Charlotte Hornets Year in Review: Looking back on what went wrong in the 2024-25 season

1 month ago | cbs17.com | Mike Lacett

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — Upon first glance, a look back on this past Hornets season might seem ill-advised. There were lots of losses, seemingly just as many injuries, and all kinds of confusion. But there were in fact positives thrown in from time to time. Little nuggets of hope that better days might be ahead.
Hornets Year in Review: Looking back on what went wrong in the 2024-25 season

1 month ago | qcnews.com | Mike Lacett

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — Upon first glance, a look back on this past Hornets season might seem ill-advised. There were lots of losses, seemingly just as many injuries, and all kinds of confusion. But there were in fact positives thrown in from time to time. Little nuggets of hope that better days might be ahead.
Hornets Year in Review: Looking back on what went wrong in the 2024-25 season

1 month ago | sports.yahoo.com | Mike Lacett

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — Upon first glance, a look back on this past Hornets season might seem ill-advised. There were lots of losses, seemingly just as many injuries, and all kinds of confusion. AdvertisementBut there were in fact positives thrown in from time to time. Little nuggets of hope that better days might be ahead.
Pulled pork for pinstripes: How the North Carolina Tar Heels and Charlotte Hornets become the best-dressed teams in sports

1 month ago | myfox8.com | Storm Wolf |Mike Lacett

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — By 1995, the NBA had a bit of a pinstripe obsession. Taking a page from the Yankees, Michael Jordan and the Bulls got them. The Magic did, too. And fresh off back-to-back championships, so did the Houston Rockets. “I just think that it was something that was a jersey you could wear to school,” he said. Meanwhile, watching from afar, the person who started it all, could only shake his head.
Pulled pork for pinstripes: How the Hornets and Tar Heels become the best-dressed teams in sports

1 month ago | qcnews.com | Mike Lacett

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (CHARLOTTE SPORTS LIVE) — By 1995, the NBA had a bit of a pinstripe obsession. “That old-school classic,” remarked Hornets forward Grant Williams, a Charlotte native. Taking a page from the Yankees, Michael Jordan and the Bulls got them. The Magic did too. “It was fashionable,” he explains. And fresh off back to back championships, so did the Houston Rockets. “I just think that it was something that was a jersey you could wear to school,” he said.