Hornets may keep both first-round picks in 2026 NBA Draft
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 12:15 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets are reportedly content with retaining both of their first-round picks, currently slated at Nos. 14 and 18, for the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft. Despite speculation about making a trade to acquire a star player, sources indicate the Hornets aim to build depth around their young core, which includes Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, and LaMelo Ball. This strategy is seen as beneficial for establishing a stronger team to compete for playoff contention next season. The Hornets last reached the playoffs in the 2015-16 season.
- •The Hornets hold two first-round picks in the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Sources suggest the team is open to retaining both selections.
- •The team focuses on adding depth to support young stars.
- •Last playoff appearance for Charlotte was in the 2015-16 season.
- 12:15 AMYahoo Sports — Hornets are 'perfectly fine' with keeping both of their first-round picks
"An NBA insider reported Monday that the Charlotte Hornets are content to keep both of their first-round picks in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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