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Hornets negotiate with Kings for No. 7 overall pick in draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:33 PM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Hornets negotiate with Kings for No. 7 overall pick in draft
Summary

The Charlotte Hornets are in discussions with the Sacramento Kings regarding a trade that could see Charlotte move up to the No. 7 overall pick in the upcoming NBA Draft. The proposed deal would involve the Hornets sending their No. 14 and No. 18 selections to Sacramento in exchange for the coveted pick. The Kings are looking to draft a guard and are willing to move back in the draft order as high-profile prospects are still projected to be available. This shift in focus comes after initial talks around three-time All-Star center Domantas Sabonis.

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  • •Hornets aim to acquire No. 7 pick from Kings
  • •Kings considering moving back in the draft
  • •Trade discussions involve No. 14 and No. 18 picks
  • •Sacramento interested in drafting a guard
  • •Negotiations follow initial talks about Domantas Sabonis
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  • 11:33 PMYahoo Sports — Hornets discussing trade with Kings to move up to the No. 7 overall pick
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The Charlotte Hornets and Sacramento Kings are reportedly discussing a trade involving 2026 first-round picks.

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