The Charlotte Hornets put an end to their losing when they defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves at home. It was the team’s first win of the preseason after starting 0-3 in exhibition games this year. This was also the Hornets first preseason game in the Spectrum Center after playing in Greensboro and on the road against the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics.
Marvin Williams and Nicolas Batum returned to Charlotte’s starting line-up after sitting out the team’s last game against Boston to get some rest. Cody Zeller and Perry Ellis continued to sit out as they are still recovering from injuries.