Hornets to retire Muggsy Bogues No. 1 jersey as third honoree
16 sourcesUpdated Oct 29, 20261 min read
The Charlotte Hornets will retire Muggsy Bogues’ No. 1 jersey at halftime of their Feb. 11, 2027, game against the Milwaukee Bucks, making him the third player honored alongside Bobby Phills and Dell Curry. Bogues, the NBA’s shortest-ever player at 5-foot-3, was an original Hornet and spent nearly a decade with Charlotte, where he remains the franchise leader in assists and steals. He said the honor means a great deal given his long connection with the team and city; the decision continues the owners’ effort to recognize players who helped build the franchise.
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The Feb 11 ceremony against Milwaukee should draw a big crowd, since Bogues was one of the originals who helped build the team.
At just 5 foot 3 he still holds the franchise marks for assists and steals, which shows how much he meant to the organization.
Bogues led those early Hornets teams with his speed and vision, so retiring his number feels right after all these years.
