Lineup series: Crunch time and free throws

Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler/NBAE via Getty ImagesWith the Charlotte Hornets in rebuild mode, there may not be many opportunities this year for coach James Borrego to insert different lineups to take the lead in crunch time then seal the win with free throws. But when these situations come up the Hornets have some good options based on where the team is today and where it wants to be in the future.

Clutch lineup

In general terms, “clutch” situations take place in the fourth quarter and overtime with less than five minutes remaining and neither team ahead by more than five points. If Charlotte was beginning this season as a playoff contender then I’d stick to a more veteran lineup in clutch…