HORNETS COACH FRUSTRATED: TEAM UNDER-TALENTED
Charlotte Hornets head coach Steve Clifford is expressing his frustration with the state of his team. With a disappointing 10-36 record, the Hornets find themselves as the 13th seed in the East. It seems likely that they will miss the playoffs once again and finish near the bottom of their conference.
In an interview with Jerry Donatien, Clifford didn’t hold back when discussing his squad. “Our problems aren’t their efforts, their work, how much they wanna win. Our problem is that we’re under talented,” Clifford stated. The head coach believes that the team’s lack of talent is the root cause of their struggles.
Despite having promising players like LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller, and PJ Washington, the Hornets have been unable to turn their potential into wins. They have lost their last five games and are in desperate need of a turnaround.
The team recently made a significant move by parting ways with Terry Rozier, who was traded to the Miami Heat. Rumors suggest that more changes are on the horizon for the Hornets as the trade deadline approaches. Adding some experienced and healthy players could be the key to improving their performance.
Gordon Hayward has been using his expertise to help the team, but his frequent injuries have hindered his impact. The Hornets could benefit from the addition of veteran players who can provide leadership and stability.
It’s evident that the players on the team are putting in the effort and want to win. However, it’s clear that more changes are needed for the Hornets to find success. Whether it’s adjustments to the roster or the coaching staff, the future remains uncertain for Charlotte. The team has been facing difficulties for quite some time now.