5 Facts About New Orleans Hornets

1. New Orleans Hornets was introduced on October 30, 2013, the opening night of regular season for the team at home against the Indiana Pacers.

2. New Orleans Hornets were sold to Tom Benson on April 13, 2012.

3. On May 30, 2012, the New Orleans Hornets were awarded the first overall pick in the 2012 NBA draft and subsequently drafted Anthony Davis.

4. New Orleans Hornets traded Emeka Okafor and Trevor Ariza to the Wizards for Rashard Lewis, whom they bought out, and a draft pick.

5. The New Orleans Hornets looked at many teams, including the Boston Celtics and the Golden State Warriors as trade partners, but Paul had made it clear he wanted to be traded to New York or Los Angeles.