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Charlotte Hornets Reportedly Trade For 10-Year NBA Veteran

Pat Connaughton has been with the Milwaukee Bucks for each of the previous seven seasons. On Tuesday, ESPN's Shams Charania reported the news that the Bucks are trading Connaughton to the Charlotte Hornets.

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More help coming? The top free agent centers left on the market for the Hornets

With day one of NBA free agency complete, the market has become incredibly dry. An already weak free agency class, teams rushed to sign the players that were available to try to push their way into potentially holding the Larry O'Brien trophy next June.

Jeff Peterson News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 1

Why the Hornets-Mason Plumlee reunion isn't a sign of Jeff Peterson settling

Following a surprising few moves, the Charlotte Hornets found themselves in need of a veteran center when free agency kicked off last night. While other teams were making big moves, the Hornets quietly brought back Mason Plumlee, a veteran who previously played a season and a half with Charlotte.

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NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / July 1

Hornets come up empty on Day’Ron Sharpe reunion with Jeff Peterson

The Charlotte Hornets had a quiet start to free agency — and missed a real opportunity to shore up their front court. President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson made it clear the Hornets were in the market for size after moving on from Mark Williams and Jusuf Nurkić.

Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Hornets reunite with former center on $3.6 million contract in free agency

The Charlotte Hornets are bringing back a familiar face in Mason Plumlee, agreeing to a one-year, $3.6 million contract in free agency. The move signals a strategic step to bolster the Hornets’ front court depth following the departure of Mark Williams, who was traded to the Phoenix Suns on draft night.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

Charlotte Hornets Reportedly Sign 12-Year NBA Veteran

Mason Plumlee played the 2024-25 season for the Phoenix Suns. He finished the season with averages of 4.5 points, 6.1 rebounds and 1.8 assists per contest while shooting 61.9% from the field in 74 games.

Tre Mann News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Hornets Take Risky Gamble in Free Agency by Letting Tre Mann Walk

Just one day after making headlines by acquiring Collin Sexton in a savvy trade with Utah, the Charlotte Hornets followed up with a baffling move that has fans and analysts scratching their heads: the team has declined to tender guard Tre Mann his $6.94 million qualifying offer, making him an unrestricted free agent.

Mark Williams News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Hornets Blockbuster Trade of Mark Williams With Suns Finally Official

What began as a chaotic saga involving failed physicals, rescinded deals, and anxious waiting has finally reached a definitive conclusion: Mark Williams is no longer a Charlotte Hornet.

Josh Okogie News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 30

Hornets, Josh Okogie agree to surprising decision on deadline of key date in contract

The Charlotte Hornets had to make a call on the future of veteran wing Josh Okogie by the end of today, considering his contract would become fully guaranteed ($7.7M) by tomorrow morning.

Charlotte Hornets News / thePeachBasket / June 30

Collin Sexton’s Arrival Sparks Hope for Hornets’ Eastern Conference Rise

The Charlotte Hornets are making it clear: they’re ready to retool and compete in the Eastern Conference. Their latest move? Acquiring guard Collin Sexton in a trade that sends Jusuf Nurkić the other way.

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Mark Williams News / Hoops Wire / June 30

Suns, Hornets Announce Mark Williams Trade

The Phoenix Suns are adding more size to the middle, acquiring 7-footer Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets in a trade that was made official by both teams on Monday. In exchange, Charlotte will receive veteran guard Vasilije Micic, the No.

Charlotte Hornets News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 30

NBA free agency: Three center targets for the Charlotte Hornets to consider

After trading Mark Williams to the Phoenix Suns in a draft day stunner and swapping Jusuf Nurkic for Collin Sexton, the Charlotte Hornets are in need of a center to round out their big man rotation.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Way-Too-Early 2026 Mock NBA Draft Reveals Hornets' Dream Scenario

The 2025 NBA Draft is finally behind us and the new league year is about to kick off. But before reality drags us back down, let’s have a little fun. CBS Sports dropped its Way-Too-Early 2026 Mock NBA Draft, and if the projections hold true and the lottery gods finally decide to stop being petty, Charlotte might just find itself picking No.

Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

3 reasons why Hornets must pursue Deandre Ayton after Blazers buyout

After trading Jusuf Nurkic in exchange for Colin Sexton, the Charlotte Hornets are lacking a veteran center heading into the offseason. Their perfect replacement could have just recently hit the open market with Deandre Ayton’s recent buyout from the Portland Trailblazers.

Tre Mann News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 30

Hornets reportedly decline to tender the qualifying offer to Tre Mann

The Charlotte Hornets declined to tender Tre Mann his one-year, $6.94M qualifying offer, making him an unrestricted free agent. The news was first reported by Mike Scotto of HoopsHype.

NBA News / Charlotte Hornets on SI / June 30

Who should the Hornets target in free agency? Four names that make sense

Starting at 6 p.m. ET this evening, NBA teams can begin negotiating with free agents, but contracts can not be signed until July 6th. After knocking the draft out of the park and swinging a deal for Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton, Jeff Peterson is well on his way to turning this Charlotte Hornets roster around.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

QO Updates: J. Walker, A. Mitchell, Two-Ways, Mann

The Trail Blazers opted not to tender forward Jabari Walker a qualifying offer prior to Sunday’s deadline, reports Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report (Twitter link).

Collin Sexton News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

3 Reasons Hornets Should Start Collin Sexton

The Charlotte Hornets started off their week by trading Jusuf Nurkic to the Utah Jazz for Collin Sexton and a 2030 second-round pick. With rumors regarding their desire for an experienced backup ball-handler, their acquisition of Sexton could be connected to that.

Jusuf Nurkic News / Field Level Media / June 29

Report: Jazz land C Jusuf Nurkic in trade with Hornets

The Utah Jazz are set to acquire center Jusuf Nurkic from the Charlotte Hornets for Collin Sexton and a 2030 second-round draft pick, ESPN reported Sunday.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 29

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Charlotte Hornets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Hornets rumors: Charlotte targeting move LaMelo Bell will love

The Charlotte Hornets are still rebuilding but looking to be active in the 2025 NBA free agency period. While still building around star point guard LaMelo Ball, the Hornets are reportedly looking to add another veteran ball handler in the offseason.

LaMelo Ball News / Last Word On Sports / June 29

Hornets Ideal Free Agent Target Is First Ballot Hall Of Famer

The 2025 NBA Free period is set to officially tip-off on June 30. With that in mind, the Charlotte Hornets have “been searching for veteran ball-handlers to back up” face of the franchise LaMelo Ball, per The Stein Line insider Jake Fischer.