Boston Celtics fans may be surprised to discover the deep connections between the Celtics and the Charlotte Hornets. Among these ties is the Hornets' head coach Charles Lee, a former assistant for the Celtics, and Kemba Walker, a former Celtics guard, who now takes on the role of assistant coach under Lee. As the Celtics prepared for their last game of the 2024-25 regular season, Lee shared his decision to bring Walker on board, citing the impact Walker can have on the team's development and culture.

Lee emphasized the importance of Walker’s experience and leadership in shaping the younger roster. He sees Walker’s knowledge of the game and ability to connect with players as invaluable assets as they strive to improve. With both Lee and Walker's backgrounds in Boston, their collaboration in Charlotte signals an exciting potential for the Hornets' future, intertwining the legacies of both franchises.