# Sabonis Trade Could Shake Up Kings and Hornets | Charlotte Hornets News

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Published: 2026-09-09T13:14:08+00:00
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The Sacramento Kings are poised to shake up their roster, targeting a blockbuster trade centered around Domantas Sabonis — with Charlotte Hornets emerging as a surprising suitor. With Sabonis’ $45.4M contract looming and LaVine’s trade value dipping, the Kings demand “positive trade value” — a hurdle Charlotte may just clear thanks to its massive trade exception. The proposed deal sees Charlotte land Sabonis while Sacramento nets Grayson Allen, Grant Williams, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and future picks — boosting depth and cap space. For Charlotte, Sabonis pairs perfectly with Naz Reid, unlocking offensive potential. Though still hypothetical, this move could be a game-changer for both teams — if they navigate Sabonis’ contract and long-term player development wisely. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7944483fbf182070

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