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Size and skill: The subtle de-athleticization of the Charlotte Hornets

Athleticism is like pornography. While difficult to define, you know it when you see it.

Last summer, Steve Clifford was not thinking about either. Instead he told the front office he needed them to provide him with both more "size and skill." — in the form of players that is (I'm sure Steve's ball handling is just fine).

Were his needs met?

Via HispanosNBA, here is where the 2015-16 Charlotte Hornets ranked, size-wise:

Roster
  • 19th in height
  • 9th in weight
Rotation
  • 4th in height
  • 5th in weight
Starters
  • 25th in height
  • 28th in weight

Not terrible, not great.