Dale Ellis wraps up career with Charlotte Hornets in 1999-2000
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Dale Ellis concluded his 17-year NBA career playing 24 games for the Charlotte Hornets during the 1999-2000 season. Ellis averaged 2.3 points in his final season, after a successful career highlighted by a Most Improved Player Award and an All-Star appearance. He played his last games wearing the No. 2 jersey, becoming the second player in franchise history to do so. His overall career statistics include 1,209 games played with averages of 15.7 points and 40.3% shooting from three-point range. The Hornets continue to celebrate their players' jersey histories, with Ellis being featured in their current documentation efforts.
- •Dale Ellis played his final 24 games with the Hornets.
- •He averaged 2.3 points in his last season.
- •Ellis received the Most Improved Player Award during his career.
- •He was selected as an All-Star once and earned an All-NBA selection.
- •The Hornets are documenting their jersey number history.
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Hornets jersey history No. 2 Dale Ellis 1999-2000
"Dale Ellis capped off an incredible 17-year NBA career with 24 appearances for the Charlotte Hornets during the 1999-2000 season.
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