Hornets and Pelicans remain tax-free teams in the NBA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 5:01 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Hornets and Pelicans are currently the only NBA teams that have not paid the luxury tax since 2002. This statistic highlights their financial strategies in managing team expenses compared to other franchises. The Pistons are the only other team under the $1 million threshold as of this summer. As teams prepare for the upcoming season, budgeting and financial decisions will play a critical role in roster construction and on-court performance.
- •Hornets and Pelicans have not paid luxury tax since 2002.
- •Pistons are the only other team under $1 million for the tax.
- •Financial decisions influence team management and player acquisitions.
- •Teams are preparing for the upcoming season.
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