He charlotte hornets Perhaps I have misunderstood the purpose of the season of giving.
The team came under fire this week after someone on social media claimed a young fan participated in an on-field skit during Monday night’s game against the Philadelphia 76ers He was deceived into receiving a new video game console.
Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball, right, shoots over Philadelphia 76ers forward KJ Martin Jr., left, during the first half in Charlotte, North Carolina, Monday, Dec. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Nell Redmond)
Towards the end of the second quarter, the fan’s letter to Santa was read in the arena. In it he asked for a PS5. In the video shared online you can see the team mascot delivering a bag containing the gift.
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The euphoric fan left the field with his gift. But behind the scenes, the team allegedly took back the gift. According to a publish online, They took the PS5 away and gave the young fan a t-shirt.
The post circulated on social media Tuesday and the Hornets apologized.
“During last night’s game there was a skit on the field that missed the mark. The skit included poor decisions and poor communication. Simply put, we handed the ball over and apologized,” the statement said. via WCNC, saying.
Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (11) passes guard Vasa Micić (22) during the first half against the Philadelphia 76ers at Spectrum Center on December 16, 2024. (Sam Sharpe/Image Images)
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“We have reached out to the family and are committed to not only doing things right but also exceeding expectations.”
The Hornets added that the fan will receive the video game console and a “VIP experience” at another game.
“Our goal is and will continue to be to enhance the guest experience for every person who enters Spectrum Center and show our fans how much we appreciate their tireless support.”
A game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Charlotte Hornets on December 16, 2024 at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Brock Williams-Smith/NBAE via Getty Images)
The Hornets’ next home game will be Monday, December 23, when they host the Houston Rockets.
