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Muggsy Bogues: Hornets' First No. 1 Jersey Legend
10 Sep
Summary
- Muggsy Bogues was the first Hornets player to wear No. 1.
- He played 10 seasons in Charlotte, averaging 8.8 points and 8.8 assists.
- Bogues remains active in the Charlotte community today.
Muggsy Bogues, a celebrated former point guard and Charlotte Hornets legend, holds the distinction of being the first player in franchise history to wear the No. 1 jersey. Bogues joined the Hornets in 1988 as their No. 6 pick in an expansion draft. He went on to have a decade-long tenure with the team.
During his 632 games with the Hornets, Bogues averaged an impressive 8.8 points, 8.8 assists, 2.9 rebounds, and 1.7 steals. After his time in Charlotte, he played for the Golden State Warriors and then the Toronto Raptors, concluding his NBA career after the 2000-01 season.
Bogues remains connected to the Charlotte community. As of September 2026, he continues his involvement, having recently participated in an event alongside current Hornets players, hosted by Brandon Miller's foundation.
