# LaMelo Gone Hornets Get Big Return | NBA News

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Podcast: [NBA News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nba-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7442552)
Published: 2026-07-11T14:14:07+00:00
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LaMelo Ball’s Charlotte chapter is officially over after a blockbuster four-team trade that sent him to Minnesota. The Hornets landed Naz Reid, Mo Gueye, a 2033 first-round pick, three pick swaps, second-rounders, draft rights to Matteo Spagnolo, and a $40M trade exception — a bold, long-term gamble aimed at rebuilding around size, rebounding, and future flexibility. Reid’s arrival could finally unlock his potential as a starter, while the 2033 pick and exception offer tantalizing upside — but success hinges on unpredictable variables like team chemistry and player health over the next decade. 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/d190335b4f3c9660

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