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Top 5 “Fan Favorite” Charlotte Hornets players

By Nicholas Mullick

Nov 17, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; Fans react to a shot by Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) that ties the score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 17, 2018; Charlotte, NC, USA; Fans react to a shot by Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) that ties the score against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports /
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Charlotte Hornets, Alonzo Mourning
Charlotte Hornets Alonzo Mourning. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images) /

Alonzo Mourning

Alonzo Mourning is one the greatest “what ifs” in Charlotte’s franchise history. With the talent that he brought to this team at such a young age, he could have been the face of the franchise for Charlotte. There is still a case to be made that he is the best defensive player this franchise has ever had.

Unfortunately, Mourning and the Hornets had contract negotiations fall through. Mourning also had disagreements with teammate Larry Johnson that were getting worse, and it ultimately forced Charlotte to trade Mourning to the Miami Heat. Mourning became a great player in Miami as well and won an NBA Championship with them in 2005-06 season. At least in that trade the Hornets were able to obtain Glen Rice, who would have a stellar Charlotte career in his own right.

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