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Five takeaways from the Hornets’ homestand

ByLuke Tucker|
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 05: Teammates Malik Monk #1 and Devonte' Graham #4 of the Charlotte Hornets react after a play against the Indiana Pacers during their game at Spectrum Center on November 05, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 05: Teammates Malik Monk #1 and Devonte' Graham #4 of the Charlotte Hornets react after a play against the Indiana Pacers during their game at Spectrum Center on November 05, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
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Charlotte still has lots of love for Kemba Walker

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – NOVEMBER 07: Kemba Walker #8 of the Boston Celtics reacts after a play against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on November 07, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – NOVEMBER 07: Kemba Walker #8 of the Boston Celtics reacts after a play against the Charlotte Hornets during their game at Spectrum Center on November 07, 2019 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo by Streeter Lecka/Getty Images)

Certainly the most highly-anticipated game of this homestand came on Thursday night whenKemba Walkermade his first return to Charlotte. After signing with Boston in the offseason, Walker has gone from a middling Hornets club to a legitimate Finals contender. However, his exit created more outrage against the ownership than it did towards Walker himself.

#BuzzCitywill always have love for@KembaWalker. ✊🏽pic.twitter.com/sEVk71iFQP

— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets)November 8, 2019

In eight seasons with Charlotte, he scored almost 20 points per game and routinely poured his heart and soul into the city. When he returned this week, he was given the hero’s welcome he deserved, receiving a tribute video and an individual introduction. And, just like they should have, the fans welcomed him with a standing ovation.

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