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Leaky Black makes his NBA debut with Charlotte Hornets


The wait is finally over, as former UNC basketball standout made his official NBA debut Wednesday night with the Charlotte Hornets, checking into the game against the Washington Wizards in the fourth quarter. Black is on a two-way contract, which allows him to split time between the Hornets and their G League affiliate, Greensboro Swarm. (Keeping It Heel)

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Leaky Black makes his NBA debut with Charlotte Hornets