Rookies' readiness boosts Hornets with winless Pelicans on deck
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Fueled by a wave of youthful energy from their rookie class, the Charlotte Hornets' patient rebuild is finally starting to take shape heading into Tuesday's road clash with the New Orleans Pelicans.
Charlotte made light work of Utah on Sunday, cruising to a 126-103 win, despite missing its two best players to injury -- LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder)