Nets Land Hornets’ LaMelo Ball In Bold Trade Scenario

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Why The Charlotte Hornets Do The Deal

Obviously, this is a little harder to justify for the Hornets.

Still, there have been whispers that Ball is growing tired of losing in Buzz City. If he’s on the brink of a trade request, the Hornets would have to consider rebuilding.

The most important aspect of this deal from the Hornets’ point of view is the draft capital. It’s got them landing four unprotected first-round picks from a wide range of teams.

Some of them are distant enough to hope they’ll land in the lottery.

NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: LaMelo Ball, Charlotte Hornets & Brooklyn Nets Updates

At the same time, Cam Thomas has flashed a lot of upside. This is a guy who’s had consecutive 40-point games in the NBA. Thomas could be an elite shot-creator in the future.

Whether he’s a playmaker or not.

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