The Charlotte Hornets opened their season with a stunning 110-105 upset victory over the Houston Rockets . Things have changed significantly since then. The Hornets have won just six times since then, while the Rockets have lost just eight times since that night.
Anyone hoping to recpature that season-opening magic was left wanting tonight. The Rockets showed why they’re a top-tier squad in the West, the deeper conference. The Hornets looked like an Easter Conference basement-dweller.
The talent disparity was evident, although it’s worth noting that Brandon Miller was absent . He might’ve helped, though he likely wouldn’t have swung it all the way into Charlotte’s favor. The game was out of hand after one half…