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Charlotte Hornets rumored to reintroduce 2017-18 city edition jerseys

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 11:45 PM

Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Charlotte Hornets rumored to reintroduce 2017-18 city edition jerseys
Summary

The Charlotte Hornets are anticipated to bring back their city edition jerseys from the 2017-18 season for the 2026-27 campaign. These jerseys, featuring black with purple and teal accents and 'Buzz City' lettering, have been a fan favorite. Notable players like Kemba Walker and Dwight Howard wore these jerseys during that season. While the plans are not confirmed, expectations are high among the fanbase for the return of this iconic design.

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What We Know
  • •Hornets may wear 2017-18 city jerseys in the upcoming season
  • •Jersey features black with purple and teal colors
  • •Kemba Walker and Dwight Howard wore these jerseys in 2017-18
  • •Fan excitement is building as plans remain unconfirmed
Latest Updates
  • 11:45 PMYahoo Sports — Rumor: Charlotte Hornets to bring back 2017-18 city edition jerseys
What they're saying
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The Charlotte Hornets are rumored to be bringing back fan-favorite city edition jerseys from the 2017-18 season.

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