
The Charlotte Observer
Gordon Hayward entered the room, exchanged a few quick pleasantries while waiting for a few technical difficulties to be ironed out and took a seat behind the podium. It wasn’t long before the Charlotte Hornets’ forward subtly mentioned the increased expectations surrounding the team leading into the preseason. With the reigning rookie of the year back at the helm, a revamped roster and national television appearances dotting their schedule, there’s no hiding. The Hornets are supposed to be on the rise and Hayward knows it as well as anybody. “I think we’ve got a great vibe with our team, you …
