Why This Trade Would Benefit The Charlotte Hornets
In the draft, it seems like the Hornets were in play for James Wiseman before he was taken by the Golden State Warriors a pick before. They landed Ball, who many thought was the best player in the draft. In a starting role, Ball has shown that he is a future star for a long time. This could allow the Hornets to make a deal involving one of their guards but this is not it.
Aldridge is in the final year of his deal where he is making $24 million. It is known that the two sides will not be signing a new contract so it would benefit the Spurs to send him away. The Hornets are trying to get back into the postseason in a weak conference.
This is where they could look to improve at the NBA trade deadline. Aldridge is a veteran big man with plenty of postseason experience. He would act as a leader on and off the floor for a young team looking to take that next step.
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When it comes to rebuilding, teams have to look at where they want to be. For the Hornets, it is in the postseason. This is a move that could make the team stronger down low which in turn will help their chances in the conference.
