PJ Hairston convinced Charlotte Hornets he’s owned up to his mistakes

Posted Jun 29, 2014
On Thursday the Hornets bet the 26th pick on shooting guard P.J. Hairston, who made a mountain of trouble for himself that cost him his remaining college eligibility. Between a job interview in Chicago and two workouts in Charlotte, Hairston convinced the Hornets he’s grown up and can be trusted. “There are concerns always when there have been things in the past,” coach Steve Clifford said. (Charlotte Observer)

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