Hornets face deadline to extend Brandon Miller before free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 7:00 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets have a looming Oct. 19 deadline to reach a contract extension with Brandon Miller, a key player from the 2023 draft class. Currently unsigned, Miller stands to become a restricted free agent next summer if no deal is finalized. Other first-round picks, including Anthony Black and Cason Wallace, are also awaiting extensions, while notable players like Victor Wembanyama and Brandin Podziemski have already signed long-term agreements. Following trades involving LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, extending Miller is seen as vital for the Hornets as they build their future roster.
- •Deadline for extensions is set for Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. ET.
- •Miller has not agreed to an extension despite expectations.
- •Charlotte's offseason trades raise urgency for signing Miller.
- •Other 2023 draft picks remain unsigned, including Black and Wallace.
- •Restricted free agency could restrict Hornets' options next summer.
- 7:00 PMYahoo Sports — Brandon Miller and Hornets are running out of time to sign extension
"The deadline for a long-term deal between the Hornets and one of their core pieces is nearing.
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