Hornets trade LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges in major roster overhaul

On June 29, 2026, the Charlotte Hornets finalized a significant roster shakeup, trading LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves for Naz Reid and draft picks. They also traded Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns for Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neal, and additional draft capital. These trades come after a season in which the Hornets finished strong, raising questions about the moves that seem to prioritize a future beyond their recent success. The organization appears to be reorienting its strategy as it looks to restructure its core around players like Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel, who may benefit from a change in team dynamics.

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