Hornets’ Pat Connaughton debuts blonde hairstyle as part of fantasy league consequence
It is never too late to carry out a fantasy football consequence — just inquire with Charlotte Hornets guard Pat Connaughton.
The 33-year-old displayed blonde hair on the Hornets bench during their 102-95 victory on Monday against the New Orleans Pelicans. Charlotte’s broadcast team highlighted Connaughton’s appearance late in the third quarter, referring to it as a result of losing a wager.
Following the game, Hornets guard Kon Knueppel disclosed that Connaughton’s bleach blonde hair was a consequence of finishing last in the team’s fantasy football league. Charlotte confirmed the punishment after the game, stating it was “1-0 with blonde pat.”
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Connaughton concealed the look before the game, warming up while wearing a beanie. However, the blonde hair was revealed when the Hornets took the court against the Pelicans.
The 11th-year NBA player has participated in 22 games for Charlotte this season, averaging only seven minutes per game.
Charlotte is currently one of the hottest teams in the league, boasting a seven-game winning streak, which is tied for the franchise’s longest win streak since the beginning of the 2000-01 season, according to ESPN Research. Monday also marked the 11th occasion this season that the Hornets have allowed fewer than 100 points in a game, tying them with the Oklahoma City Thunder for the most such games in the league.
