The first game in Charlotte drew a overflow crowd of 10,363 ( with an estimated 3,000 fans turned away ) .
The team was such a success during the short stint that Clippers owner Charlie Rock decided to make Charlotte the club 's permanent home the following season .
The first game in Charlotte drew a overflow crowd of 10,363 ( with an estimated 3,000 fans turned away ) and the team was such a success during the short stint that Clippers owner Charlie Rock decided to make Charlotte the club 's permanent home the following season .