Muggsy Bogues breaks down in tears while reflecting on Hornets' jersey retirement honor

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Former NBA point guard Muggsy Bogues became emotional during a press conference discussing the Charlotte Hornets' decision to retire his No. 1 jersey. Bogues, who stands 5-foot-3 and remains the shortest player in NBA history, broke down in tears while reflecting on the support he received from his hometown of Baltimore and Dunbar High School. The honor recognizes his remarkable career and lasting impact on the Hornets franchise.

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00:01NBA legend Muggsy Bogues couldn't hold back his tears as he reflected on one of the biggest honors

00:06of his career. The Charlotte Hornets are retiring his number one jersey, recognizing the former

00:12point guard who made NBA history at just 5 feet 3 inches tall. During a press conference,

00:18Bogues became emotional while thanking the Baltimore community and Dunbar High School

00:22for helping shape his journey.

00:28I think the older I got, the more emotional I became. I can't believe this. But yeah, Coach Wade,

00:35you know, who's been out, been like a father does.

00:40The tribute celebrates a player who defied expectations and became one of the most

00:44recognizable figures in Hornets history.

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