Charlotte Hornets Receive: G/F Evan Fournier, G Derrick Rose, 2029 First-Round Pick (Swap – NYK)
New York Knicks Receive: F Gordon Hayward
With that said, there’s a reason Hayward has the big contract that he does. At one time, he was earning it. In fact, Hayward was a star. It may be hard to believe now, but at one time, he was seen as the future of the Utah Jazz.
Then, he was the Boston Celtics’ big acquisition. Hayward was supposed to help revitalize that franchise. Unfortunately, a leg injury made sure that didn’t happen.
It’s a tale that’s as old as time. It’s one that another player in this deal is familiar with. Derrick Rose was a potential superstar whose prime was cut short by injury.
The Hornets will likely be getting Miles Bridges back after he did not play during all of last season with his domestic violence case playing out. He’s likely to be back after 10 games next season.
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Assuming that Bridges is back and the Hornets have the option of adding another elite prospect using the NBA Draft, it could be helpful to keep Hayward, but really, the best outcome is to trade him.
Should the Knicks really send him to the Hornets?
