Green want to return to New Orleans

Backup guard Willie Green, whose contract expires June 30, making him an unrestricted free agent, said he’d wholeheartedly welcome a return to the Hornets next season if a new deal can be worked out.

“I’d love to be back here,” Green said. “I enjoyed myself thoroughly. It was a great opportunity playing for Coach Monty (Williams), and the fellows in the locker room were great. I’d look forward to that.

“I can definitely see myself continuing my career here. My family had a great time. The city is great, the culture, the people. I think New Orleans is a jewel, just from that standpoint, the city, the people, the culture, the food, the fans, the support. It was a great experience. I can see myself being here because what they’re trying to build here is going to be great.”

Green had the unusual experience of playing for Williams, someone with whom he played with the Philadelphia 76ers.

“It was weird, but it was cool just because I knew what he expected from me,” Green said. “We didn’t have to say a lot of words to each other. It was just a matter of eye contact. I knew I’d come in every day and work hard, but work even harder just because I know Monty. We’re friends off the court. It was definitely fun and a good experience.”