Kemba Walker Expects LaMelo Ball & Brandon Miller to take Hornets to new heights

Kemba Walker had extremely high praise for the two Hornets core pieces.

Apr 7, 2019; Detroit, MI, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) talks to his bench during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-Imagn Images | Raj Mehta-Imagn Images

Charlotte Hornets legend and current assistant coach Kemba Walker had extremely high praise for the Hornets two core pieces during an interview with FanDuel Sports Network.

"Obviously, I played for a long time, so to be able to come back to the organization that drafted me and where I played most of my professional career... it’s been special, and it made it just a very easy decision for me."

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"Melo and Brandon, you know I definitely gained a very strong relationship with. I think those two guys are very, very talented and can take this organization to places that it's never been."

The former Hornets guard last played with the team in 2019, before signing a four-year contract with the Boston Celtics. He then played for the New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks, before joining AS Monaco in Italy in 2023. Walker retired in July 2024, and joined Charles Lee's coaching staff.

The former UConn star averaged 19.8 points, 5.5 assists, and 3.8 rebounds across 605 games in 8 years with the Hornets. He made the postseason twice with the team, however, never won a series until his first year with the Celtics.

Nov 4, 2023; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) pulls forward Brandon Miller (24) away from the crowd in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Hornets superstar LaMelo Ball was also asked about Walker during FanDuel's video.

"It's great for real, just another point guard who [has] done it, he's already done everything, he had a great career and everything, so just to listen and learn from him is great."

The former Chino Hills star noted that there is no questions between the two, and Walker noted that he believes his presence is enough for the team.

"It's been nothing but love being back."

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