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Coby White Takes Center Stage | Charlotte Hornets News
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- Jul 20, 2026
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- 109
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Summary
The Hornets just pulled off a seismic trade, sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota for Naz Reid, a future first-rounder, and pick swaps — signaling a bold pivot toward long-term flexibility. Hours later, they locked up Coby White to a massive 3-year, $74M deal, positioning him as the new offensive engine to fill Ball’s void. White’s breakout season with Charlotte — averaging over 15 points with elite efficiency and higher usage than Ball — proves he’s ready for this leap. With Reid’s spacing, Brandon Miller’s scoring, and Kon Knueppel’s energy, White’s game is primed to thrive. The Hornets’ goal? Build a consistent winner around their young core — and this trade? It’s the blueprint. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8571635255c56351