Hornets just need to look at the context to realize it’s too soon to panic

Maxwell Ogden of Swarm and Sting argues that it is too early to panic over the Charlotte Hornets despite their 3-6 record and five-game losing streak. The writer notes that after opening the season 3-1, Charlotte has suffered recent offensive slumps against teams such as the Detroit Pistons, Brooklyn Nets, and Washington Wizards. However, Ogden emphasizes that the team is only nine games into the season and just three games below .500.

According to Ogden, context is critical because starting backcourt players Kon Knueppel and Coby White have combined for only 40 minutes of action this season due to injuries. The Hornets are also adjusting to lineup changes, including Naz Reid replacing LaMelo Ball, which has placed increased offensive focus on Brandon Miller while key contributors remain sidelined or on minutes restrictions.