The Charlotte Hornets are using their open roster spot to add veteran point guard Shelvin Mack.
The Hornets claimed Mack off waivers from the Atlanta Hawks. In his 11th NBA season, the 6-3 Mack is primarily a point guard but has also played some shooting guard.
The Hornets considered Mack last summer before Tony Parker agreed to sign in July. Since the Hornets were at 14 players (plus two two-way players assigned to the Greensboro Swarm), they didn’t have to waive another player to add Mack.
Parker has been excellent as Kemba Walker’s backup, but he is 36 and has missed the past two games with a back strain.