Bulls trade Dillingham to Hornets for Hield and cash
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 9:57 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026

The Chicago Bulls are trading Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Buddy Hield and cash, as reported on September 26, 2026. This move adds Hield, known for his shooting ability, to the Bulls' roster while sending Dillingham to Charlotte. The trade reflects both teams' strategies to adjust their lineups. Further details on the implications and any additional terms remain undisclosed.
- •Dillingham heads to the Hornets in a player exchange.
- •Hield brings offensive firepower to the Bulls.
- •The deal includes a cash component.
- •Trade reported on September 26, 2026.
- 10:47 PMESPN — Sources: Bulls trading Dillingham to Hornets for Hield
"The Chicago Bulls are trading Rob Dillingham to the Charlotte Hornets for Buddy Hield and cash, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Saturday.
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