When it comes to basketball life stories, Buzz Peterson has an all-time great one. From Asheville, North Carolina, Buzz came up as state player of the year, and was recruited by Dean Smith to the University of North Carolina in 1981. His teammate and roommate was, Michael Jordan, and before MJ was MJ, he and Buzz created a lifelong friendship. They won the national title at UNC, and that propelled Buzz to a life in coaching and player development.

He was the head coach at Tennessee, Tulsa, Appalachian State and UNC Wilmington. Living and working in the game, Buzz has established a strong reputation in recognizing talent. And now, he’s back with MJ, working with the Hornets as the assistant general manager. As Penny sees it, that loyalty and respect is evident in what’s building in Charlotte’s culture. While they have assembled a dynamic group of young, athletic and skilled players, it is that foundation that will make things succeed for the Hornets. Penny knows first hand, as important as talent is, identity matters just as much in creating a winner.

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