The Charlotte Hornets first joined the NBA ranks in 1988 with the likes of Muggsy Bogues, Dell Curry, and Rex Chapman donning the classic white and teal pinstripe jersey.
Thirty years later, the Hornets are honoring their inaugural year with a "Classic Edition" uniform, replicating the design that was worn from 1988-97.
🔥 HERE IT IS 🔥 Introducing the new white Classic Edition uniform to be worn during the 2018-19 season when the franchise celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the inaugural 1988-89 Hornets season!
— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) July 25, 2018
👉🏼 https://t.co/WtMFnc33fR #Hornets30 pic.twitter.com/al1wL9fEzf
JUST IN: The @hornets have unveiled the classic white retro jerseys to be worn for at least six classic nights this season to celebrate 30th anniversary of franchise. pic.twitter.com/UBvKzusdLE
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) July 25, 2018
After spending the decade prior as the Charlotte Bobcats, the organization's old moniker was brought back in 2014.
