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Hornets trade Miles Bridges to Suns, add 2033 first-round pick

CBS NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 7:18 PM

Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Hornets trade Miles Bridges to Suns, add 2033 first-round pick
Summary

The Charlotte Hornets traded Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns on June 28, acquiring Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and an unprotected 2033 first-round pick. This move follows Charlotte's recent trade of LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, marking a significant shift in their roster strategy. The Suns' decision to acquire Bridges raises questions, as they part with a valuable future pick amid struggles to improve their competitiveness in the Western Conference. Analysts provided varying grades for the trade, with the Suns receiving criticism while the Hornets are praised for their haul.

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Status Watch
  • •Hornets receive 2033 first-round pick and two players.
  • •Suns trade for Bridges after dealing away critical draft assets.
  • •Hornets continue active offseason after trading LaMelo Ball.
  • •Suns face scrutiny for parting with future picks in an upward struggle.
  • •Suns' financial strategy aims to reduce luxury tax penalties.
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  • 7:18 PMCBS NBA — Miles Bridges trade grades: Suns burn another potential rebuild year, Hornets add to draft pick pile
What they're saying
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The asset-rich Charlotte front office got a home run return with the 2033 first-round pick

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