Charlotte Hornets’ Best and Worst Jerseys in Franchise History

And now for the good stuff.

Charlotte Hornets’ Best Jerseys

LANDOVER, MD – CIRCA 1991: Dell Curry #30 of the Charlotte Hornets looks to pass the ball against the Washington Bullets during an NBA basketball game circa 1991 at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland. Curry played for the Hornets from 1988-98. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Dell Curry

1988-2002 Away Jerseys

Of all of the great jerseys that came out of the Hornets’ first stint in Charlotte, these might be the best. They feature everything people love about Hornets’ uniforms, a beautiful team background, stunning pinstripes, and the deep purple and bright blue filling in those stripes. Unlike the Cougars’ jerseys, these also bring up nostalgia for a time fans might want to remember. Watching the likes of Larry Johnson and Alonzo Mourning tear it up in these singlets was a sight to behold.

CHARLOTTE, NC – JANUARY 04: Kemba Walker #15 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts after a play during their game against the Oklahoma City Thunder at Spectrum Center on January 4, 2017 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

2017-2018 City Jerseys

Sleek, Modern, and in my opinion, one of the best iterations of the NBA’s “city jersey” line. There was a version of these back when Adidas was the official brand of Hornets’ gear, but they scrapped those before they were released. These, however, are part of Michael Jordan’s Jumpman line and frankly, are as fresh as Will Smith, circa 1992.

They didn’t exactly help the team get into the playoffs, but even when they lost, they looked stylish doing so. The team would unveil a sleeveless version the next season, but it wouldn’t be anywhere near as unique or attractive.

2019-2020 Purple Throwback Jersey

These, too, harken back to a time when things were much simpler and the Charlotte Hornets were a household name. You have the familiar pinstripe, including the traditional colors. You have the coolest shade of purple out there. And the trim fit has a contemporary and slimline look.

This one too wasn’t the best of luck to the guys in Charlotte, but it certainly looked good and for fans, it could go with just about everything. When you think of the Charlotte Hornets, these jerseys are surely some of the first to come to mind.

Well, there you have it. You have the good, the bad, and the downright ugly. Who knows what kind of jerseys the future will bring, but whatever they may look like, let’s just hope they can bring the team some wins.