1990–91 Charlotte Hornets season

The 1990–91 Charlotte Hornets season was Charlotte's third season in the National Basketball Association. After playing one year in the Midwest Division in the West, the Hornets returned to the Eastern Conference and moved into the Central Division. In the offseason, they signed unrestricted free agent Johnny Newman, who would lead the Hornets with 16.9 points per game. The franchise improved seven games over the previous season finishing with 26 wins and 56 losses. However, they finished last place in their division for the third straight season. Charlotte also hosted the 1991 NBA All-Star Game during the season. The Hornets led the NBA in attendance for the second time in three seasons.

1990–91 Charlotte Hornets season

The 1990–91 Charlotte Hornets season was Charlotte's third season in the National Basketball Association. After playing one year in the Midwest Division in the West, the Hornets returned to the Eastern Conference and moved into the Central Division. In the offseason, they signed unrestricted free agent Johnny Newman, who would lead the Hornets with 16.9 points per game. The franchise improved seven games over the previous season finishing with 26 wins and 56 losses. However, they finished last place in their division for the third straight season. Charlotte also hosted the 1991 NBA All-Star Game during the season. The Hornets led the NBA in attendance for the second time in three seasons.