The 2018-19 Charlotte Hornets season was a memorable campaign highlighted by the exceptional play of Kemba Walker, who earned All-NBA Third Team honors and started all 82 games while averaging a career-high 25.6 points per game. Under first-year head coach James Borrego, the team remained in playoff contention until the final day of the season, finishing with a 39-43 record and a second-place finish in the Southeast Division. The season was also notable for the arrival of future Hall of Famer Tony Parker and the promising development of rookie Miles Bridges, providing fans with numerous exciting moments at the Spectrum Center. The 2019-20 Charlotte Hornets season was a year of promising growth and the emergence of a talented young core following the departure of longtime star Kemba Walker. Under head coach James Borrego, the team finished with a 23-42 record and saw significant breakthroughs from players like Devonte' Graham, who averaged 18.2 points per game, and rookie P.J. Washington, who made the All-Rookie Second Team. While the season was shortened due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the franchise made great strides in its development, highlighted by having three players participate in the Rising Stars Game during NBA All-Star Weekend. The 12th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft, Miles Bridges is a versatile and athletic forward for the Charlotte Hornets who has averaged over 15 points and 6 rebounds per game throughout his seven-season professional career.