Hornets Crush Celtics, End Boston's Perfect Streak

0:00On March 5th, here's the latest surrounding the Charlotte Hornets. The Charlotte Hornets just handed the Boston Celtics their biggest loss of the season, a 29-point blowout. Derek White, who's been part of 198, wins since joining Boston in February 2022, including last year's title. Couldn't hide his frustration after the game. Boston entered with a perfect 9-0 record against Charlotte, but the Hornets starting 5, now 22 together, dominated from the start. They shot better from 3-point range, dished out nearly 10 more assists, and turned the ball over just 4 times compared to Boston's 15. Afterward, when asked why the Celtics couldn't grab offensive rebounds or forced turnovers like usual, White chuckled and simply credited the Hornets. For shutting them down, fans are finally waking up to Charlotte's hot streak, winning 15 of their last 18 games. The Hornets started ref at 4 and 14, then 13 and 25, but they've turned it around big time. They're over 500 for the first time since late October, and have won their last 6 by 15 points or more.

1:06Since the new year, Charlotte leads the league with a plus 12 net rating, tops an offensive rating at 122, and shoots nearly. 40% from 3 on over 40 attempts per game. Teams across the NBA are starting to take notice of this surging squad. Thanks to our sponsor for helping bring you this episode. Podcasts hit different when the sound comes from your pillow. Once you try it, it just makes sense. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com