Charlotte Hornets Receive: C Myles Turner, G T.J. McConnell
Indiana Pacers Receive: F Miles Bridges
Any NBA trade requires both teams to get something they want or need. It takes two to tango, and trade requires a lot of dancing.
The Indiana Pacers happen to have two assets the Charlotte Hornets could covet in exchange for Miles Bridges. One of them is the sixth overall pick in the upcoming draft.
We considered making that the highlight of this package but decided against it. After all, it makes a little less sense for each team.
The Pacers are in the early stages of a rebuild. They ought to prioritize adding young, cost-controlled talent over an expensive acquisition like Bridges.
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Meanwhile, the Hornets are further along in their rebuilding process. They could probably stand to fill a position of need if they intend on parting with a talent like Bridges.
Is Myles Turner enough compensation for them here?