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Why The Charlotte Hornets Do The Deal 

This would be a bold move for the Hornets. It may even fall under the “so crazy it just might work” category. 

Still – it just might work. Between Ball and Simmons, the Hornets would arguably have the two best passers in the NBA on one team. Simmons may lack certain skills as a playmaker, but this could still be a dynamic offensive attack. 

Moreover, P.J. Washington’s abilities as a small-ball 5 could unlock Simmons’ potential. Realistically, he’s never played with such a pure floor spacer at the 5 spot.

Those two make for an intriguing enough pairing alone for the Hornets to consider this deal. 

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Still, offense may not even be the main reason the Hornets would add Simmons. This team’s defense has been rough to start out 2022-23. Adding one of the best defenders in the NBA justifies itself by virtue of that fact. 

Can the Nets really part with such a player? 

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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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