Naz Reid positioned as starter after trade to Hornets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 12:32 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Naz Reid was named among the summer's stock risers following his trade to the Charlotte Hornets. Acquired from Minnesota, Reid is set to start for the first time in his eighth NBA season. Charlotte also traded Miles Bridges and received a mix of draft picks in a broader four-team deal. In his previous season, Reid averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds, contributing to Minnesota’s run to the Western Conference finals. Reid's performance has drawn attention, suggesting he should be picked earlier in fantasy drafts this fall.
- •Reid averaged 13.6 points and 6.2 rebounds last season.
- •He was a key player for Minnesota in their Western Conference finals run.
- •Charlotte traded Miles Bridges alongside picks in a four-team deal.
- •Reid's trade should solidify his role in the Hornets' lineup.
- •He was previously named Sixth Man of the Year for 2023-24.
- 12:32 AMYahoo Sports — Naz Reid Among Summer's Stock Risers After Trade to Hornets
"Naz Reid made NBC Sports' summer stock risers list. The former Sixth Man of the Year is set to start for the first time in his eighth NBA season.
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