Hornets waive guard Rob Dillingham one day after acquisition
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 10:23 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
The Charlotte Hornets have decided to waive guard Rob Dillingham just one day after acquiring him. Dillingham was the former No. 8 pick but is now parting ways with the team. The decision follows the Hornets' strategy as they refine their roster ahead of the upcoming season. The timing indicates that the team's management is focused on adjusting their lineup swiftly.
- •Charlotte Hornets waived guard Rob Dillingham on September 28, 2026.
- •Dillingham was acquired just one day prior.
- •He was previously the No. 8 pick in the draft.
- 10:28 PMESPN NBA — Sources: Hornets waiving recently acquired guard Dillingham
- 10:08 PMYahoo Sports — Charlotte Hornets waive former lottery pick ahead of training camp
"The Charlotte Hornets are waiving guard Rob Dillingham one day after acquiring the former No. 8 pick, sources told ESPN.
"The Charlotte Hornets waived former lottery pick Rob Dillingham after acquiring him in a trade with the Chicago Bulls.
Sources
External links- ESPN NBASep 28, 2026, 10:28 PMSources: Hornets waiving recently acquired guard Dillingham
The Charlotte Hornets are waiving guard Rob Dillingham one day after acquiring the former No. 8 pick, sources told ESPN.
- Yahoo SportsSep 28, 2026, 10:08 PMCharlotte Hornets waive former lottery pick ahead of training camp
The Charlotte Hornets waived former lottery pick Rob Dillingham after acquiring him in a trade with the Chicago Bulls.
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