Charles Lee Officially Introduced as Head Coach of Charlotte Hornets

Charles Lee has been officially introduced as the new head coach of the Charlotte Hornets, following a successful stint as an assistant coach with the Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks. Lee, who transitioned from a career on Wall Street to coaching, brings a championship pedigree, having won NBA titles in 2021 and 2024. He aims to instill a culture of relationships, consistency, and togetherness to revitalize the Hornets, who have the longest active playoff drought in the NBA. Lee emphasizes the potential of the Hornets' talent-rich roster and is committed to fostering a competitive environment. His immediate tasks include building camaraderie with players and addressing team needs ahead of the NBA draft and free agency. General Manager Jeff Peterson expressed confidence in Lee's vision and capabilities to build something special in Charlotte.