The Hornets are reportedly expected to pursue former Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak to replace Rich Cho during the offseason.
According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, Kupchak is a “primary target” to partner with assistant GM Buzz Peterson next season.
Story on ESPN: After declining to bring back GM Rich Cho, Charlotte owner Michael Jordan plans to discuss a significant front office role with former Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak. https://t.co/40cqNLj8Gb
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) February 20, 2018
Charlotte Hornets owner Michael Jordan is planning to target former Los Angeles Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak for a high-ranking role in the organization, league sources told ESPN.
Jordan is planning to continue grooming assistant GM Buzz Peterson as a foundation of Charlotte’s front office, and Kupchak is a primary target to partner with Peterson, league sources told ESPN.