"It's perhaps not a stretch to say that today could end up being the most historic in the Hornets' franchise during its time in New Orleans, a watershed moment the team hopes eventually results in a trophy-hoisting occasion. Or two. Or more. The struggles of a dismal injury-plagued, lockout-shortened 2011-12 season were rewarded by a stunningly unexpected win of the NBA lottery that offers the Hornets the gift of Anthony Davis, who will become the first player selected in the NBA draft tonight." Read more: http://www.nola.com/hornets/index.ssf/2012/06/nba_draft_gives_hornets_the_ch.html
