Naz Reid absolutely WENT OFF in his Charlotte Hornets debut, dropping a 20-point double-double with 11 boards and tying his career high with seven assists. That monster performance was a huge reason the Hornets snagged an impressive 110-103 victory over the Nets in their season opener, even with Coby White and Kon Knueppel sidelined. Talk about stepping up when it counts.
Reid’s Big First Impression and Team Win
This guy, Naz Reid, who the Hornets just picked up in a trade from the Timberwolves, came out swinging. Not only did he put up big numbers, but tying his career best in assists shows he is looking to be a complete player for his new squad. After the game, Reid kept it real about his debut, saying he “Could have been more efficient, but first game, I’ll take what I can get. We won the game. That’s all I got to ask for.” That’s the mindset you want to see, always pushing for more, even after a huge outing.
Kalkbrenner Raves About His New Teammate
It is not just the stat sheet that is talking. His teammate, Ryan Kalkbrenner, could not stop raving about the LSU alum. Kalkbrenner was straight up hyped, saying, “He’s someone we love having down on the court. He does so many things. Guards well, shoots the ball well, posts up, gets downhill, all that. He’s a great teammate to have, too.” When your teammates are singing your praises like that, you know you are doing something right. Reid’s versatility is already making waves, and the Hornets look like they snagged a serious talent.
Now, the Hornets are gearing up to host the Atlanta Hawks Friday night. They are looking to move to a perfect 2-0 and grab their first home victory of the season. Can Reid keep this insane momentum rolling? You know they are gonna need that same fire!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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