Charlotte retires Dell Curry’s number

The Charlotte Hornets he will retire Dell Curry30 jersey on March 19, honoring one of the most successful players in franchise history.

According to ESPN’s Shams Charani, the ceremony will take place during Charlotte’s home game against the Orlando Magic (22-18) on Thursday night at 7:00 PM ET. Charania reported the news at noon on Wednesday on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“The Charlotte Hornets are retiring Dell Curry’s No. 30 jersey on March 19, sources tell ESPN. Curry, the 1994 Sixth Man of the Year, ranks second in franchise history in points and spent 10 of his 16 NBA seasons in Charlotte (1988-98 currently playing with the team).

Curry spent 10 seasons with the Charlotte Hornets after joining the expansion franchise in its inaugural season in 1988–89. In 701 games with the organization, he had 9,839 points, 2,022 rebounds, 1,429 assists, 747 steals and 186 blocks, cementing his place as one of the league’s most consistent perimeter scorers in the 1990s.

The Charlotte Hornets are retiring Dell Curry’s No. 30 jersey on March 19, sources tell ESPN. Curry, the 1994 Sixth Man of the Year, ranks second in scoring in franchise history and spent 10 of his 16 NBA seasons in Charlotte (1988-98). He currently serves as an ambassador for the team. pic.twitter.com/coSL3ntP5a

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) January 14, 2026

He finished his Hornets career averaging 14.0 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.1 steals per game while shooting 46.2 percent from the field and 40.5 percent from three-point range in 25.1 minutes per game. His shooting efficiency and bench production earned him the 1994 NBA Sixth Man of the Year Award.

Dell Curry’s jersey retirement highlights the Hornets’ legacy

Curry also played a key role during Charlotte’s most competitive years, contributing to multiple playoff appearances throughout the decade. His ability to space the floor and provide scoring off the bench helped stabilize lineups and elevate teams that regularly competed for a postseason berth in the Eastern Conference.

Curry ranks second on the franchise’s all-time scoring list and remains one of its most recognizable figures. Since retiring, he has remained a presence in the organization and currently serves as an ambassador for the team.

Charlotte continues the season as honor approaches. The The Hornets are 14–26 after losing to the Los Angeles Clippers 117–109 on Monday evening. They remain on a five-game road trip and are is scheduled to face the Los Angeles Lakers (24–14) on Thursday night at 10:30 p.m. ET.