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Larry Brown reveals Michael Jordan stood firmly against bringing Allen Iverson to Charlotte: "That's gonna prohibit our progress"

The Charlotte Hornets during the 2000s had their fair share of ups and downs. They faced ownership changes, relocations and roster shake-ups.

But one of the most intriguing what-if moments in franchise history came when Michael Jordan, the team's principal owner, shut down a potential move for former All-Star guard Allen Iverson.

Jordan's decision

By the late 2000s, the Hornets (then known as the Charlotte Bobcats) were clawing their way back into relevance. Under head coach Larry Brown, the team had made its first playoff appearance in 2010, but the squad was still searching for a star to carry them into long-term contention.