Michael Jordan may be about to sell the Charlotte Hornets, but he will make a huge decision regarding the future of the franchise before he gives up his role as controlling owner.
Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak said Wednesday that Jordan will have the final say regarding the team’s first-round draft pick at No. 2 overall. Kupchak did add, however, that he does not expect that there will be any disagreements between Jordan and the front office.
But Jordan's opinion isn't the total end game. "He's always, at the end of the day, deferred to me," Kupchak said. "I can't think of too many times that we weren't on the same page."
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This is not necessarily a huge shock, since it was announced that Jordan would continue to oversee the Hornets through the draft. However, it is still pretty bold to know that the outgoing owner will essentially have the final say over a pick that will have such a huge say in whether the franchise is successful going forward.
Oddsmakers seem to think they know which way Charlotte is leaning at No. 2. Ultimately, the call will be Jordan’s.
