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Hornets' Charles Lee emphasizes defense at training camp in Charleston

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 9:45 PM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Hornets' Charles Lee emphasizes defense at training camp in Charleston

Summary

Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee spoke to the media during training camp at The Citadel in Charleston, South Carolina, on September 29, 2026. Lee highlighted the team's goal of improving defensively, aiming to become one of the best defensive squads in the NBA. The Hornets ranked 12th in defensive rating last season and are looking to enhance their rankings in blocks and steals, where they finished 21st and 29th, respectively. The addition of versatile defenders Naz Reid and Royce O'Neale should bolster the team’s defensive efforts as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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By the Numbers

•Hornets began training camp on September 29, 2026.
•Lee emphasized building defensive habits for the squad.
•Charlotte ranked 12th in defensive rating last season.
•Team added Naz Reid and Royce O'Neale to improve defense.
•Focus will include enhancing blocks and steals metrics.

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What they're saying

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Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee is eager to see his team improve on the defensive side of the ball entering the 2026-27 season.
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