Charlotte Hornets on the Brink of a Three-Year Postseason Return The Charlotte Hornets have endured a prolonged drought without a postseason appearance, a situation that has tested the patience of fans and the organization alike. After a disastrous 4-14 start to the 2024-25 season, many feared another lost year in the Queen City. However, the Hornets have staged one of the most remarkable mid-season turnarounds in NBA history, transforming from a struggling team into a competitive force. This resurgence has reignited hope for the franchise and its supporters, who have long awaited a return to relevance. The Hornets’ turnaround has been nothing short of extraordinary. Since their rocky start, the team has compiled a 36-22 record, pushing them to 40-36 with six games remaining in the regular season. A victory in their upcoming matchup against the Phoenix Suns would secure a winning record for the first time since the 2021-22 season. This achievement would mark the first non-losing season in Charlotte since that campaign, a milestone that carries significant historical weight. The 2021-22 season remains a high point for the Hornets, as they finished with a 43-39 record and reached the first play-in game against the Atlanta Hawks. That year, LaMelo Ball played a career-high 75 games and earned his lone All-Star selection. Key contributors like Terry Rozier III, Miles Bridges, Gordon Hayward, Montrezl Harrell, and PJ Washington Jr. all averaged double-digit points, forming a core that gave the team a fighting chance. However, the Hornets’ playoff run ended in heartbreak, as they fell to Atlanta in the play-in game. In the years following that season, the Hornets struggled to maintain their momentum. From 2022-23 to 2023-24, the team posted losing records of 27-55, 21-61, and 19-63, respectively.#miles_bridges #charlotte_hornets #la_melo_ball #gordon_hayward #terry_rozier_iii
