Hornets & Owner Michael Jordan Reach DFS Deal with DraftKings URL Copied! 100% Deposit Match Up to $600 URL Copied! The Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday announced a multi-year agreement with DraftKings as its exclusive official daily fantasy sports partner. Michael Jordan, sports icon and owner of the Hornets, joined DraftKings as a special adviser to the company’s board of directors in September. Along with access to Hornets trademarks and logos, DraftKings-branded LED signage will be featured courtside and on the basket supports at Spectrum Center, in addition to logo displays on top of the backboards, according to a news release. The DFS deal increases DraftKings’ presence in North Carolina. The Hornets will also collaborate on social promotions and content with DraftKings.