Michael Jordan has expressed interest in having the Hornets' nickname return to Charlotte.

“It’s definitely an interest down the road, but right now it’s the New Orleans Hornets,” Jordan told the Observer. “We would definitely entertain the opportunity. That’s as much as we can say right now. We’ve heard the community ask the question, and we would listen.”

Many in Charlotte continue to have fondness for the Hornets' teal-and-purple.

The New Orleans Hornets are interested in changing the nickname to something more associated with Louisiana.

The NBA already owns the rights to the name Charlotte Hornets, which would make a transition fairly easy.

The Bobcats were named after initial owner Robert L. Johnson.

Eric Gordon joined the New Orleans Hornets for their game on Monday against the Los Angeles Clippers at Staples Center.

Gordon offered few specifics about his injury, but insisted he is improving.

"It's getting better; progress is getting better, but there's no straight-up timetable," Gordon said. "The main thing is things have been getting better. They've got a plan for me and the main thing is the pain level is going down. Just trying to get back to 100 percent before I get back out there playing."

Gordon received a second opinion from a doctor in Chicago at the beginning of November.

"It's almost like a disorder. There was a little bit of a bone bruise, and, you know,  kind of like some of these other guys like (Andrew) Bynum and (Danny) Granger. Luckily my process will be shorter than that."

Gordon and the Hornets haven't discussed a return date.

Anthony Davis suffered a stress reaction on his left ankle during practice on Monday and sat in the New Orleans Hornets' game on Tuesday against the Knicks.

Davis' status going forward will be day-to-day.

He will travel with the team on their four-game road trip.

The New Orleans Hornets have waived guard Matt Carroll.

The Hornets acquired Carroll on November 13 from the Charlotte Bobcats in exchange for forward Hakim Warrick.

The New Orleans Hornets have signed general manager Dell Demps to a new multi-year contract extension. 

“Dell has a bright future ahead as the GM of our team and Mr. Benson and I couldn’t be more impressed with the track this team is on and are excited about the future,” said Hornets Executive Vice President Mickey Loomis. “He has helped shape this organization with the current team of young, talented players and we look forward to seeing the growth of the franchise during this exciting time for the franchise.”

Demps, hired by the Hornets on July 27, 2010 as the seventh general manager in franchise history, is in his third season with the team. In Demps’ first season with the Hornets, the team made the 2011 playoffs after missing the postseason the year prior.

The New Orleans Hornets have acquired guard Matt Carroll from the Charlotte Bobcats in exchange for forward Hakim Warrick.

“Hakim has been the ultimate professional while in New Orleans, even while receiving limited minutes, and we wish him the best in his new opportunity, Hornets General Manager Dell Demps said.”

Anthony Davis could be cleared to return from a mild concussion that kept him out of the New Orleans Hornets' last two games, according to sources.

Davis said on Thursday that he is no longer symptomatic, but continues to undergo tests.

``I feel good,'' said Davis. ``I've been on a bike, shooting, running and jumping, just seeing how everything feels,'' Davis said. ``Hopefully, I will get a chance to play tomorrow. I'm not sure what's going on yet.''

Davis suffered a mild concussion in the second quarter of last Friday's game when receiving an elbow from Austin Rivers.

Eric Gordon and the New Orleans Hornets have arranged for a more personalized and intensive rehab regimen that will take place in Los Angeles beginning this week and allow him to work with specialists and provide a more focused attention on rehabbing his injured right knee.

The prognosis is still in the 4-6 week range for Gordon's return.

Monty Williams has been fined $25,000 by the NBA for comments he made in regards to the league's concussion policy.

"Now, they treat everybody like they have white gloves and pink drawers and it's getting old. It's just the way the league is now," said Williams following a concussion to Anthony Davis.

"It's a man's game," Williams said. "They're treating these guys like they're 5 years old. He desperately wanted to come (to Chicago), but he couldn't make it."

Anthony Davis left the New Orleans Hornets' 88-86 win over the Jazz in the second quarter due to a possible concussion.

Davis was hit with an elbow by Austin Rivers on a defensive play.

Davis was holding his hand over his right eye as he walked off the court.

Davis won't make the trip with the Hornets to play at the Bulls on Saturday. Davis is a native of Chicago.