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The Charlotte Hornets' timeline to be a contender in the East

It has been a while since the Hornets have been a true contender in the East.

Mar 5, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) controls the ball as he is defended by Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. (00) during the first half at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images / Sam Sharpe-Imagn Images

The Charlotte Hornets have been stuck at the bottom of the NBA for the past half-decade. Instead of fighting for playoff spots, they have been fighting for lottery spots.