Overview
The Charlotte Hornets carry the buzz of the Queen City, playing home games at Spectrum Center in the heart of downtown Charlotte. Since returning under the Hornets name in 2014, the franchise has leaned into its vibrant teal-and-purple identity and passionate Carolina fan base. The team continues to build toward its first sustained era of playoff success.
History & Legacy
Charlotte's original NBA franchise launched in 1988 as an expansion team and quickly became a league attendance leader. That team relocated to New Orleans in 2002, but the NBA returned to Charlotte in 2004 as the Bobcats before reclaiming the Hornets name and history in 2014. Michael Jordan later became the franchise's majority owner, a first for a former player. The team has yet to win an NBA championship.
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Founded1988
Championships0
Home VenueSpectrum Center
Conference Titles0
All-Time IconKemba Walker
Retired Numbers13 (Bobby Phills), 30 (Dell Curry)
ColorsTeal, purple, white
MascotHugo the Hornet (debuted 1988)
OwnershipGabe Plotkin & Rick Schnall (since 2023)