This was the first playoff meeting between the Lakers and the New Orleans Pelicans/Hornets franchise. In 2013, Ewing became an assistant coach with the Charlotte Bobcats (now Charlotte Hornets). This was the first playoff meeting between the Hawks and the Hornets. This upsets the hornets and Bud gets stung. This was the first playoff meeting between the Mavericks and the New Orleans Pelicans/Hornets franchise. He also played for the Charlotte Hornets, Phoenix Suns, and Sacramento Kings. It is the silhouette of former NBA player and current Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan. This was the first playoff meeting between the Hornets and the Knicks. Davis was the third pick in the 1999 NBA draft by the Charlotte Hornets. Paul was selected fourth overall in the 2005 NBA draft by the New Orleans Hornets. Mourning also played for the Charlotte Hornets and New Jersey Nets. This was the first playoff meeting between the Spurs and the New Orleans Pelicans/Hornets franchise. This was the first playoff meeting between the 76ers and the New Orleans Pelicans/Hornets franchise. He was a scout for the Charlotte Hornets and the Washington Wizards. The Charlotte Hornets made their playoff debut.