The Charlotte Hornets were officially eliminated from playoff contention in 2025 after losing to the Miami Heat on Sunday night, 122-105. That marks the ninth straight year that they will miss postseason play, the longest drought in the NBA. A few things have to change for this team as they start making their offseason plans early. Most of which should revolve around their franchise cornerstones and the roster construction. Best-case scenarios play out throughout the summer time and perhaps a return to the playoffs in 2026 is possible.
1. Drafting Cooper Flagg (or a great young player)
With the assumption that the Hornets end up with the number one overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, Cooper Flagg is the likely selection.