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Hornets Retire 5'3" Legend Muggsy Bogues' No. 1 Jersey
27 Oct
Summary
- Muggsy Bogues, NBA's shortest player, will have his No. 1 jersey retired.
- He played 10 seasons with the Hornets, leading them in assists and steals.
- The Hornets will honor Bogues on February 11 against the Milwaukee Bucks.
The Charlotte Hornets are set to retire the No. 1 jersey of franchise legend Tyrone "Muggsy" Bogues. Bogues, standing at a remarkable 5 feet 3 inches, is the shortest player in NBA history and spent 10 of his 14 seasons with the Hornets. He holds the team's all-time records for assists, steals, and minutes played.
The team announced the honor on Tuesday, with a ceremony planned for February 11 when the Hornets host the Milwaukee Bucks. Bogues will join Bobby Phills and Dell Curry as the only players to have their numbers retired by the franchise. Bogues expressed his gratitude, stating his time with the Hornets felt "like a match made in heaven" and highlighted the fan support he received.
Drafted in 1987, Bogues was selected by the Hornets in the 1988 expansion draft and became a beloved figure over the next decade. He finished his career with averages of 7.7 points and 7.6 assists per game. Bogues also gained recognition beyond the court for his roles in films like "Space Jam."
