Former Tar Heel P.J. Hairston auditions for Charlotte Hornets

Posted Jun 5, 2014
P.J. Hairston is at the top of the key Wednesday morning after his audition for the Charlotte Hornets. He stands beyond the 3-point line and shoots. One, two, three, four, the baskets come easily and seemingly without effort. When practice ends Hairston, 21, meets the media. As he talks, his back is against the wall. He ought to be accustomed to it. (Charlotte Observer)

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