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Charlotte Hornets: Keys to growth on offense

By David Hendren

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 25: Cody Martin #11 of the Charlotte Hornets is congratulated by Miles Bridges #0 after a play in the second quarter during their game against the Boston Celtics at Spectrum Center on April 25, 2021 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - APRIL 25: Cody Martin #11 of the Charlotte Hornets is congratulated by Miles Bridges #0 after a play in the second quarter during their game against the Boston Celtics at Spectrum Center on April 25, 2021 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 Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images) /
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Before the season began, the Hornets fanbase was concerned about guard depth and the lack of playmakers and shot creators after the departure of Malik Monk and Devonte’ Graham. With the main additions consisting of rookie guard James Bouknight and Kelly Oubre Jr., who underwhelmed offensively last season for the Warriors, there was concern about the offensive burden LaMelo was going to have to carry to produce shots for himself and others.

Charlotte Hornets: Keys to the growth of the offense

We know what Rozier, Hayward, and Ball will give us offensively, but there have been some surprises amongst players on this current roster that were unexpected. Here is some insight on some current players and new additions who have exceeded expectations this season and have helped the Hornets become the best three-point shooting team in the league. Not only that, but they also tie for first in points per game amongst all teams in the NBA.

Cody Martin has been key.

Last year, Martin was considered almost a liability on the offensive end. He couldn’t space the floor as a shooter and was limited creating his own shot. However, we have seen a complete transformation for Martin thus far this season. He leads the league in three-point percentage at 50 percent, according to ESPN, and has even played backup PG in spurts to help the Hornets during the multiple covid absences they have encountered. Overall, Martin has grown as a shooter and playmaker. Due to his improved offensive skillset, Martin has become a consistent cog of the rotation, whereas before he would play in spots due to only adding production on the defensive side of the ball.

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