23 days ago

Paul Pierce Sees Charles Lee Benching LaMelo Ball Sparking Hornets’ Culture

Pierce credited rookie coach Lee for importing “Boston” standards and said the tone changed when he “benched LaMelo and made him come off the bench.” He said the move “set[s] a standard for the rest of the team,” sparked trade chatter, then “brought them together” and “humbled him.” Pierce added Charlotte “looks like they have a future.”