Charlotte Hornets Receive: C Jakob Poeltl, F Doug McDermott, G/F Josh Richardson
San Antonio Spurs Receive: Gordon Hayward, 2023 First-Round Pick (DEN via CHA)
On the other hand, if the Charlotte Hornets would prefer to double down on rim-protecting big men, Jakob Poeltl would be a perfect acquisition from the San Antonio Spurs.
Poeltl has evolved into an upper-echelon defensive big in this league during his time with the Spurs. He’d also make a perfect mentor for the young Williams. Of course, this deal also helps the Hornets with their financial woes.
Poeltl and Richardson are both on expiring contracts. The Hornets can decide whether Poeltl is a part of their long-term future after 2022-23 comes to a close. McDermott’s contract runs as long as Hayward’s, but at less than half the price.
Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs are mainly in this one for the first-round pick. With that said, they do have some interesting young talent on this roster. The addition of Hayward could make them a surprisingly competitive club in 2022-23. If it doesn’t, they shouldn’t be concerned.
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Realistically, the Spurs should be rebuilding anyway. The Hornets, on the other hand, are hoping to establish 2022-23 as the year their rebuild was completed.
