Charlotte Hornets: The young talent doesn’t develop
It’s been a positive preseason for the Hornets. Miles Bridges looks like a stud, and there’s reason to believe they’ll have a stronger supporting cast than last year. That being said, this team needs contributions from the youth movement to really do anything. That will mean Malik Monk recovering from a terrible rookie season, and Bridges being able to be a rotation guy right away. Kemba Walker is talented enough to keep the Hornets out of the basement, but he clearly needs more help if the Hornets want to make a serious playoff run. If Bridges and Monk don’t look like potential studs, expect another disappointing campaign.