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Oct 26, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Kemba Walker (8) dribbles up court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
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Oct 26, 2021; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Kemba Walker (8) dribbles up court against the Philadelphia 76ers during the second half at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports
The Hornets are currently hanging as a top 10 team in the Eastern Conference. LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges are putting up their best every other night for the team.?
As a former Hornet, Kemba Walker has been working out in Charlotte, North Carolina. Will Walker return to Charlotte?
What the Fans want
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NBA Twitter went crazy when the rumors of Kemba in Charlotte were confirmed. Fans expressed their mixed reactions, as some wanted Walker back in Hornets, while others were not sure what value he could now provide to the team.?
Why would they want him? They have lamelo
— Jacob Franco (@jfranco753) March 18, 2022
No offense, who exactly would he be playing over???
— Dylan Principe (@PrincipeDylan) March 18, 2022
How many guards the hornets need?
— Trench🥷💫 (@DxmeLoading) March 18, 2022
https://twitter.com/TarThrill/status/1504834935240155143?s=20&t=LJoJ7K_sWD6JWoN2vYZLcw
https://twitter.com/xJobhs/status/1504820144199151621?s=20&t=LJoJ7K_sWD6JWoN2vYZLcw
it’d be cool to see no doubt but a team that’s terrible defensively signing a liability on defense doesn’t make sense
— Lorenzo (@LorenzoTeves) March 18, 2022
https://twitter.com/KDTreeey5/status/1504821705713328129?s=20&t=LJoJ7K_sWD6JWoN2vYZLcw
Its too late they have LameLo and Hornets will not choose him over Lamelo
— Jethro (@jaythru_) March 18, 2022
Kemba Walker is regarded as one of the greatest Hornet players of all time. His reunion with the team will surely fill up the seats.
The 4-time All-star had his best season with the Hornets in 2018-19, where he averaged 25 points, 6 assists, and 4 rebounds a game.?
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Hornets adding Kemba Walker
Currently, the Hornets are struggling to maintain their play in tournament position. Statistically, the team is on even terms with their opponent in almost every aspect. As they hold their opponent to 114.8 points per game while averaging 114.9 points themselves. The Hornets are averaging an opponent field goal percentage slightly more than their own field goal percentage.
It?s quite understandable that the team needs defensive support. Though adding a veteran will help guide the young guys like LaMelo and Bridges next season. As both the youngsters make a good duo.
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Kemba is currently averaging 11 points, 3 assists, and 3 rebounds a game. While in his previous season with the Hornets, Walker performed significantly better. Though, the addition of yet another guard will not help the Hornets next season.?
As the team is lacking in defense, a better option would be to introduce a new rim protector. Given that Walker will have another year left on his contract after this season, a trade is the only option to move Kemba to the Hornets.
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The Hornets’ fans will surely welcome Kemba back with open arms.
It will be exciting to see teams making moves after the 2021-22 post-season.
