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Hornets consider waiving veteran Pat Connaughton ahead of new season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 6:27 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Hornets consider waiving veteran Pat Connaughton ahead of new season
Summary

The Charlotte Hornets may waive veteran Pat Connaughton as they prepare for the 2026-27 NBA season. With 17 players currently on the roster, the team must reduce its numbers to 15 before the season starts. Connaughton, who has 11 years of NBA experience, is the only player on a non-guaranteed deal, increasing the likelihood of his release. Last season, he appeared in 42 games and played a significant role during the team's 25-win improvement from the previous year. Connaughton was previously waived last season for a trade but rejoined the Hornets shortly after.

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  • •Hornets need to cut 2 players before the season starts
  • •Connaughton is the only non-guaranteed contract
  • •He played a key role last season with 42 appearances
  • •Charlotte improved from 19-63 to 44-38 last season
  • •Connaughton was previously waived for a trade last season
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  • 6:27 PMYahoo Sports — NBA insider hints at Hornets waiving influential veteran
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The Charlotte Hornets currently have 17 players rostered and will need to trim down to 15 before the 2026-27 season begins.

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