Shorthanded Hornets, Mavericks meet in Dallas

The bleaker the situation looks for the Charlotte Hornets, the prouder their coach becomes.

"Just the resiliency, the never-give-in (mentality), the fight, the perseverance and just the buy-in," coach James Borrego said. "I love this group. I'm just so proud. I couldn't be prouder."

He might be filled with more pride if an extended road trip that begins Monday night against the Dallas Mavericks goes well.

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