Overview

• Jeff Peterson is set to become the new head of basketball operations for the Charlotte Hornets, replacing Mitch Kupchak.
• Peterson, previously the assistant GM for the Brooklyn Nets, brings a wealth of experience from his roles with the Nets and the Atlanta Hawks.
• The Hornets are in the midst of a rebuild, having not made the playoffs since the 2016-17 season, and traded away key players prior to the deadline.
• Peterson's first tasks include evaluating coach Steve Clifford's future, addressing the health of core players like LaMelo Ball, and deciding on Miles Bridges' long-term status.
• Charlotte's new leadership under Peterson aims to revitalize the franchise and end the NBA's longest playoff drought.