Hornets, Hawks bring losses and poor defense into contest

The Atlanta Hawks haven't been very good lately.

The Charlotte Hornets have been even worse.

So that sets up Friday night's meeting in Charlotte, N.C., where neither team is likely to be in much of a good mood.

The Hornets were called out for their recent lackluster performances, with coachSteve Clifford pointing squarely at the defense.

"All we care about is scoring. That's it," Clifford said. "If you're going to pla