# Hornets' Draft Dilemma: Can They Finally Hit the Jackpot?

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Podcast: [Charlotte Hornets News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/charlotte-hornets-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7654869)
Published: 2026-05-15T15:28:13+00:00
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Charlotte Hornets Draft Dilemma: Can They Break the Fourteen-Year Curse? The Charlotte Hornets, after a season of grit, landed the fourteenth pick in the NBA draft lottery, a position with a history of underwhelming results. While past picks like Bam Adebayo and Michael Porter Jr. have shone, many others, such as Denzel Valentine and Shabazz Muhammad, have fizzled out. The Hornets, known for draft heartaches, now face the challenge of finding a game-changer in a stacked class, with gems often slipping past the fourteenth pick. Despite the odds, new front office member Jeff Peterson brings hope, having drafted smarter than his predecessors. The Hornets have the opportunity to break their curse and build a lasting team around LaMelo Ball. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/2413e2be0905d20a

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