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Hornets trade Miles Bridges to Suns after LaMelo Ball deal

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Hornets trade Miles Bridges to Suns after LaMelo Ball deal
Summary

The Charlotte Hornets have traded Miles Bridges to the Phoenix Suns. This trade follows the recent deal where the Hornets sent LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Charlotte receives Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale, and a future first-round pick in exchange for Bridges and other draft assets. The Hornets are retooling their roster around younger talents, signaling a shift in strategy as they prioritize future prospects.

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  • •Hornets traded Miles Bridges to the Suns for Grayson Allen and Royce O'Neale.
  • •Charlotte received a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-round pick.
  • •This deal follows the Hornets' trade of LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves.
  • •Bridges, at 28, was the oldest player in the Hornets' rotation.
  • •Charlotte is focusing on future talent and salary cap space.
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  • 6:01 PMYahoo Sports — Why the Hornets are trading Miles Bridges to Suns just days after LaMelo Ball trade to Timberwolves
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Charlotte is staying busy on the trade market.

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