Knicks Land Hornets’ Gordon Hayward In Bold Trade Scenario

Gordon Hayward, New York Knicks, Charlotte Hornets, NBA Trade Rumors
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Why The Charlotte Hornets Do The Deal 

For starters, it’s been rumored that Hayward wants out of Charlotte. If that’s true, the Hornets should certainly do this deal. 

As a matter of fact, they should do it anyway. Hayward is not the player the Hornets hoped they were acquiring years ago. At this point, he probably never will be. 

Anyway, the Hornets don’t need secondary playmaking as badly as they need a starting-caliber big man.

Rookie Mark Williams has flashed potential this season, but it’s unlikely that he’ll be ready for that role for another season or two. 

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By contrast, Hartenstein would be an upgrade. This is a solid defensive big who doubles as a deceptively crafty passer. He’d make the Hornets a better team in 2023-24. 

Would Hayward do the same for the Knicks? 

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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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