Since November 23, 2024, more than six weeks, the Hornets have been stuck in a long series of setbacks. They had in fact lost 18 matches out of 19! Their last success dates back to December 8, ten defeats in a row… This shows that the victory against the Suns, who are also currently in the midst of a crisis, has significant importance for this team.
“We really have a group – from the players to the staff, including the managers – who are obsessed with daily progress”, Charles Lee book. “It’s a joy to come to work. I'm happy for them, they stuck together, stuck together in the face of adversity. We showed what we were capable of. »
This victory is also the eighth occurrence of the season with only LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges and Mark Williams on the floor. It is with this quartet that the Hornets can hope to win matches.
“When we talk about talent, we have what we need in the locker room. Same in terms of competitive spirit »estimates the Charlotte coach. “We only have to do it for four quarters. We did it in this part and we must continue to have good days. So, we will come out a winner from all of this. »
Fans have been waiting for this since November 21…
“It’s nice to have everyone back,” adds LaMelo Ball. “No one likes to lose, even less when you have setback after setback. It was time to win and we will try to keep this energy to win another match. »
As the only victory since November 23 was signed in Indiana, the Hornets fans, still mobilized despite the more than mediocre performance of their team, had not witnessed a success since November 21, against the Pistons.
“The fans have been there since the start of the season, despite the defeats. Shout out to Buzz City. The fans deserve that, that we fight, that we play hard every match. I hope we can give them other victories”concludes Miles Bridges.
