The first incarnation of the Charlotte Hornets entered the NBA as an expansion franchise, beginning play during the 1988-89 season. The team’s fortunes picked up after drafting Larry Johnson and Alonzo Mourning, who led the team to their first playoff appearances. Glen Rice helped the Hornets sustain their success through the end of the 1990s. After the franchise left for New Orleans before the 2002-03 season, the expansion Bobcats began play in the 2004-05 season. Michael Jordan, who became majority owner in 2010, oversaw the second incarnation of the Hornets after the 2013-14 season. Be sure to get your cheap Charlotte Hornets tickets on TickPick at prices 10% better than our major competitor for the same seats! You'll never pay any service fees, so we can guarantee you'll get the best ticket prices.