Hornets forward Naz Reid identified as breakout candidate for coming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 2:40 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Naz Reid has been recognized as a breakout candidate for the 2026-27 NBA season as he joins the Charlotte Hornets. Reid, who played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds last season. He steps into a key role following the trade of LaMelo Ball, joining young talents like Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller. Reid's shooting ability and experience as the 2023-24 Sixth Man of the Year position him to be a significant contributor for the Hornets in the upcoming season.
- •Naz Reid was traded from the Timberwolves to the Hornets.
- •Reid averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds last season.
- •He won the Sixth Man of the Year Award in 2023-24.
- •Reid will team up with young players like Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller.
- •Reid's shooting proficiency fits well with the Hornets' center lineup.
- 2:40 AMYahoo Sports — Hornets Forward Named Breakout Candidate for 2026-27 Season
"A Charlotte Hornets forward has been named a breakout candidate ahead of the 2026-27 season.
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