Charlotte Hornets — Alonzo Mourning (2nd, 1992)
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The Hornets’ past draft results can be a bit confusing, as the team reclaimed its history after changing its name from the Bobcats in 2014. Luckily for this exercise, the Bobcats didn’t do a terribly good job of drafting quality talent (aside from Kemba Walker). When examining Charlotte’s draft history, three names stand out: Larry Johnson, Baron Davis, and Alonzo Mourning. Johnson and Davis became recognized for their thunderous slams and impressive athleticism, but Mourning was arguably the most impactful of the bunch. In three seasons in Charlotte, Mourning averaged 21 PPG, 10 RPG, and 3 BPG.
