Michael Jordan holds several NBA records.  However, his track record as a league executive hasn't been so stellar. Jordan's Charlotte Bobcats currently have the worst record in the NBA and are on the verge of futility as being the worst team in history. Their current record of 3-26 (.130 winning percentage) is truly indicative of how bad they've been playing.

This past weekend the Bobcats became the first team in NBA history to lose back-to-back home games on back-to-back nights by 25 points or more.  It was so dreadful that the only cheering the fans did was for Blake Griffin's monster dunks, as he received a standing ovation at the end of the game. 

Their disastrous start is tied for fifth worst in a teams first 29 games, trailing four teams who started 2-27.  Lack of talent, injuries, bad luck and poor effort are all factors in this years season.  Bobcats fans are having trouble being thankful for anything. However, I will tell you why this year is a blessing in disguise.

The Bobcats have had trouble selling tickets this season and for obvious reason; the product is abysmal. However, it wasn't always this way.  In the early 90s the Charlotte Hornets boasted one of the best home-court advantages in the NBA, recording 364 sell-outs from December 1988 to November 1997.  The state of North Carolina is a basketball state with rich college traditions throughout (Duke, UNC, NC State, Wake Forest). 

This past year Charlotte was stormed by Cam Newton, who brought an energy and excitement that had been lacking for quite some time.  The Bobcats can only hope that they can find a game-changing talent to do the same in the upcoming drafts.  Last season, the Bobcats made a conscious decision to rebuild, just two years removed from their first playoff appearance.

The year was 2010, the Bobcats had just made their first ever playoffs as a seventh seed.  The team was led by original Bobcat and fan-favorite Gerald Wallace, Steven Jackson and Raymond Felton.  The Bobcats first-round matchup was Dwight Howard and the Orlando Magic.  The Magic dismantled the Cats and swept the series.  After their loss fans were, albeit dismayed, still abuzz for finally making the playoffs.  Little did they know that the next year it would all fall apart.  The next season, Michael Jordan decided to dismantle the team and start from scratch.

The reasons were that Jordan didn't want to be stuck in mediocrity, he wanted to be great.  The only way for a mid-market team to do that in the NBA is through the NBA Draft.  Star free agents will generally only sign with a team when there are pieces in place.  The major market teams don't have these problems because they can lure free agents away easier.

However, owner Michael Jordan said in a press conference to season ticket holders earlier this year, "These kids aren't stupid, they're about the money. If I pay them, they'll come."  The question is when will Jordan start emptying out his pocketbook?

Within a year of the Magic playoff sweep, the team had let point guard Raymond Felton go via free agency, traded away All-Star Gerald Wallace, big man Tyson Chandler and leading scorer Steven Jackson.  Some may ask why?  The plan is simple; you have to get worse to get better. 

The 2010 version of the Bobcats was a playoff contending team, but would never compete in the playoffs verse the likes of the Miami Heat, Chicago Bulls, Orlando Magic, Boston Celtics and New York Knicks.  Michael Jordan and new GM Rich Cho are building the Bobcats in a very similar manner as the Oklahoma City Thunder did just a few years ago.  The Thunder acquired high draft picks and traded away their best player Ray Allen.  They struck gold in the lottery drafting superstars Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook and athletic center Serge Ibaka.

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This method of drafting young and signing solid veterans is a tried and true formula for small market teams to compete. Despite this fact, it must be noted the Bobcats horrendous slate front office moves, which leaves many holding judgment on this plan.

Here are a few rotten decisions if you forgot; Drafting Adam Morrison instead of Rudy Gay. Not trading their two lottery picks in 2005 to get Chris Paul or Deron Williams. Trading a first-round pick to select Alexi Ajinca, trading Tyson Chandler for Eduardo Najera, Matt Carroll and Eric Dampier and trading a first-round pick to the Chicago Bulls for Tyrus Thomas and giving him a $40 million extension. 

The Bobcats have swung and missed many times in their brief history.  However, GM Rich Cho and his staff are looking to change that this coming offseason.

The Bobcats future may seem bleak but when you look at their upcoming offseason there is much more room for optimism.  Draft choices and financial flexibility allow even the slightest glimpse of hope.  The Bobcats are almost certain to land a top-four draft pick in the 2012 NBA Draft where they will most likely draft a big man (Anthony Davis, Andre Drummond, Thomas Robinson, Jared Sullinger). 

Anthony Davis, is the presumptive number one selection as he is a perfect fit for the Bobcats.  A lengthy defender who has dynamic defensive skills and is still growing.  The Kentucky Center is averaging roughly 14 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks in his freshmen campaign.  If the Bobcats are fortunate enough to hit the lottery expect this to be the pick. However, the NBA lottery is a toss up so one can't assume. 

One thing is for certain, the Bobcats will have an infuse of talent in the next few years

In 2013, the Bobcats have two first-round selections (one via the Gerald Wallace trade), along with lots of cap space.  Following this season, Boris Diaw and his hefty contract come off the books.  In 2013 it gets brighter as Diop, Carroll, Maggette and their roughly $21 million allow for even more salary cap relief. 

The Bobcats are expected to be $22 million under the cap next season.  In spite of that, it would be wise for the Bobcats to spend wisely and not just go on a spending spree because they can.  Rebuilding takes time and if forced can lead into the same conundrum that got them to this point.

The Bobcats have solid young pieces in Kemba Walker, Bismack Biyombo, Byron Mullens and Gerald Henderson to build. Solid free-agent acquisitions and drafting well could change the fortunes of this franchise around.

While this season is embarrassing and hard to watch, it will serve the Bobcats better than rolling in mediocrity year after year.

With three first-round picks and massive cap space, the time is coming when the Bobcats will be relevant again.  As for this season, well no hope there, except pray it gets better.