LaMelo Ball

Charlotte Hornets General Manager Jeff Peterson stated trading LaMelo Ball was the hardest decision he has made, aiming to position the team for long-term success. The Hornets traded Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid and draft picks, and also sent veteran Miles Bridges and picks to the Phoenix Suns for two players and a first-round draft pick.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are re-signing guard Bones Hyland to a 1-year veteran minimum contract, with Hyland having joined the team at the end of the 2024-2025 season and re-signed last offseason. Hyland, a 2021 first-round pick by Denver, averaged 8.5 points, 2.6 assists, and 1.8 rebounds in 71 games. The Wolves are also re-signing Ayo Dosunmu.

The Charlotte Hornets traded Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and draft picks, following LaMelo Ball's trade to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The trade occurred days after Ball's departure, marking another significant move for the team.

The Minnesota Wolves acquired guard LaMelo Ball in a trade with Charlotte. The Wild continue pursuing a trade for Dylan Larkin, while the Twins and Lynx are also discussed in the sports wrap.

The Charlotte Hornets traded forward Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round draft pick, and a 2027 second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns for guard Grayson Allen, forward Royce O’Neale, and a 2033 first-round pick. The trade follows the Hornets' earlier deal sending LaMelo Ball to Minnesota as part of their offseason restructuring.

The Charlotte Hornets traded Miles Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick, and a 2027 second-round pick to the Phoenix Suns for Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and a 2023 first-round pick. Separately, the Hornets traded LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps, and three future second-round picks. The Hornets also drafted Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson Jr. in the recent draft.

The Charlotte Hornets traded star LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, a move discussed in a live stream on WBTV's 'The Point After.' The show also covers the World Cup, where Turkey defeated the U.S. in a group match.

The Minnesota Timberwolves acquired LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Naz Reid and draft picks. LaMelo Ball, a 24-year-old All-Star, has a $203.9 million contract with the Hornets and averaged 20.1 points per game last season but has struggled with injuries. The trade creates an NBA-record $41 million trade exception for the Hornets and is part of broader league activity involving Julius Randle and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The Charlotte Hornets traded franchise player LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for center Naz Reid and multiple draft picks, including an unprotected 2033 first-round pick. The trade aims to benefit the Hornets despite fan disappointment, as Ball's health and defensive limitations were concerns, while the team gains future assets and a two-way player in Reid.

The Charlotte Hornets are expected to sign free agent Coby White to a three-year, $74 million deal after trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The trade also provided Charlotte with center Naz Reid and multiple future draft picks. White, a North Carolina native, will step into a starting backcourt role with the Hornets.

LaMelo Ball was traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid, Josh Green, and multiple draft picks. The trade includes a 2033 unprotected first-round pick and several future swaps. The move follows recent trades involving Julius Randle and aims to pair Ball with Anthony Edwards for a championship pursuit.

The Charlotte Hornets traded LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for center Naz Reid and multiple future draft picks. The Hornets will now seek to fill the point guard vacancy, potentially re-signing Coby White, while building around rookies Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller. Miles Bridges' future with the team remains uncertain.

The Charlotte Hornets are trading star guard LaMelo Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for Naz Reid, a 2033 unprotected first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps (2028, 2029, 2030), and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, 2033). LaMelo Ball, who has three years left on his contract and is eligible for a $119.2 million extension, averaged 20.1 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.8 rebounds per game over 72 regular-season games.

Charlotte Hornets star LaMelo Ball is the target of aggressive trade offers from multiple teams, per ESPN's Shams Charania. The Hornets are engaged in discussions but Ball prefers to remain in Charlotte. His potential trade follows recent NBA draft activity and amid concerns about his injury history.