Hornets Land Kevin Durant In Blockbuster Trade Scenario

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Why The Charlotte Hornets Do The Deal

The Charlotte Hornets could have some reservations here too. After all, landing Kevin Durant does little to assure them a place among the league’s elite.

Last season, this team found themselves losing in the play-in tournament. It was a fine season for a young squad, but it was hardly the sort of performance that spoke of a burgeoning contender.

With that said, stars have a way of attracting stars. Landing Durant will make the Hornets better in 2022-23 – that much is undeniable. Still, it’s what it could do for them in 2023-24 that’s inticing.

Say the Hornets make this trade. Suppose they win 50 games behind a star duo of Ball and Durant next season. What’s to stop a star-free agent from joining their core next?

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Granted, blowing up a rebuild to open a two-year window of contention is risk. business Sometimes, the risks you don’t take end up being the most regrettable ones.

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James Piercey

James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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