Hornets’ recent trip ‘shows growth’ as Cavaliers come to town

The Charlotte Hornets have something to build on, while the Cleveland Cavaliers will reflect on a one-sided loss after their most recent games when the teams meet Wednesday night in Charlotte.

The Hornets are back home following a 3-2 road trip that included victories against the Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets, two of the top six teams in the Western Conference.

The Hornets finished the trip on a high, dismantling Denver 110-87 on Sunday.

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