Hannes Steinbach watches as Hornets start 2026-27 season with win
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 2:00 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Hannes Steinbach did not make his NBA debut as the Charlotte Hornets opened the 2026-27 season with a 110-103 victory over the Brooklyn Nets. The No. 14 pick in the 2026 draft sat on the bench alongside Tidjane Salaun and PJ Hall. Steinbach had a strong preseason, including a double-double performance, but has yet to earn a spot in the rotation. Head coach Charles Lee emphasized the need for all players to be ready to step up as the season progresses.
- •Hornets won 110-103 against the Nets on opening night.
- •Steinbach was the No. 14 pick in the 2026 draft.
- •He averaged 5.6 points in three preseason games.
- •Coach Charles Lee cited the importance of a full roster.
- •Steinbach recorded a double-double in the preseason finale.
- 2:00 AMYahoo Sports — Former Washington Star Rides Bench as Hornets Begin 2026-27 Season
"Despite a double-double performance in the Charlotte Hornets' final preseason game ex-UW forward Hannes Steinbach didn't make his NBA debut Wednesday.
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