--The Hornets missed 16 consecutive shots during a 23-1 run that enabled the Spurs to seize control in the first half. --The Hornets have lost nine of their last 10 games in San Antonio. --The Hornets have exercised their option on third-year F Julian Wright for the 2010-11 season. Wright, the 13th pick in the 2007 draft, averaged 4.4 points, 2.8 rebounds and 14.3 minutes in 58 games, including 19 starts, last season.
QUOTE TO NOTE: "We're still a work in progress." -- Coach Byron Scott, on the Hornets' adjustment to six newcomers, two preseason injuries, and evolving roles.
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