Episode
Hornets Trade LaMelo for Future
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- Jun 26, 2026
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- 99
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Summary
The Charlotte Hornets stunned the NBA by trading All-Star LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves for Naz Reid, future picks, and draft swaps — a bold move that sparked debate but may actually set them up for long-term success. Ball’s departure leaves Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller as the new leaders, while Reid’s scoring and rebounding prowess plus his locked-in contract give Charlotte stability. With a young core and newfound assets, the Hornets are betting big on the future — and the league is watching closely to see if this gamble pays off. Support the show: Get a discount at https://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/193ba0d9a91526d5