In the 2024–25 season, uncertainty defined the Charlotte Hornets’ small forward position more than stability. With only Brandon Miller and Cody Martin available at the spot, the team counted on both to carry the load.
Back in February, the Charlotte Hornets decided to move on from Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic, and a 2nd round pick - all of which went to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Jusuf Nurkic and a future first-round selection.
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Can you name every player to average at least 17.0 PPG in the 2024 NBA playoffs?
Tides could be turning for the Phoenix Suns. The Suns now sit at 33-37 - a mark that is still majorly disappointing after entering the season with sky-high expectations, but the last two-plus weeks have been a bit eye opening in terms of the output the squad is producing.
The Phoenix Suns have had a lot of issues this season. Notably, the Suns’ main problems have been on the defensive side of the ball. Phoenix currently has a bottom-five defensive rating in the NBA at 116.4.
The Phoenix Suns could be adding a new player to the rotation tonight against the Sacramento Kings. Forward Cody Martin, who was acquired by the Suns from the Charlotte Hornets in the Jusuf Nurkic trade on Feb.
PHOENIX — Phoenix Suns forward Cody Martin’s injury status was upgraded to questionable ahead of Friday’s matchup against the Sacramento Kings for the first time since being traded to the Valley from Charlotte for Jusuf Nurkic on Feb.
The forward hasn’t seen game action since January 24 as a member of the Charlotte Hornets. The Phoenix Suns have assigned small forward Cody Martin to the G League Valley Suns, according to the injury report.
Cody Martin’s wait to hit the floor in a Phoenix Suns uniform continues. Acquired from the Charlotte Hornets ahead of the Feb. 6 trade deadline, Martin has yet to make his debut as he recovers from a lingering sports hernia—a setback that first emerged in late January.
The Phoenix Suns are a disappointing 27-30 and sit outside of the postseason picture moving into the next part of their schedule. Ultimately, it falls on coach Mike Budenholzer to figure out different tweaks and changes made to the rotation in order to save the Suns' season.
Phoenix Suns point guard Monte Morris is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Toronto Raptors, and Cody Martin remains out. The Raptors’ big trade deadline acquisition, Brandon Ingram, has not yet debuted for his new team and will not on Sunday (ankle sprain).
The Phoenix Suns recently made a significant move at the trade deadline, acquiring forward Cody Martin and guard Vasilije Micić from the Charlotte Hornets
Cody Martin is all set to start a new chapter in his NBA career, but he didn’t forget to acknowledge his former team. The Charlotte Hornets are far from perfect this season.
The Phoenix Suns debut for trade deadline acquisition Cody Martin (sports hernia) will have to wait further, as he remains out for Thursday’s return to action against the San Antonio Spurs.
The trade deadline has come and gone for the Phoenix Suns. After being at the epicenter of the NBA world over the last six-plus weeks - particularly due to the connection to Jimmy Butler, the Suns made only one minor move after being at the precipice of much more expansive deals earlier in the week.
The Phoenix Suns wanted to add Jimmy Butler at the deadline. They ended up with Cody Martin and Vasilije Micic.
After another season of their star players missing significant time due to injuries, the Charlotte Hornets decided to tear down and rebuild...again.
The Suns will send Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Hornets in exchange for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a second-rounder in 2026.
Trade rumors revolving around Cody Martin, the Charlotte Hornets' do-it-all swingman, have begun to ramp up as the minutes before Thursday's 3 P.M. EST trade deadline dwindle.
The New York Knicks’ bench needs another two-way scorer, and that missing piece could be a player on the Charlotte Hornets. The Knicks could make a push for Hornets forward Cody Martin prior to the Feb.
The New York Knicks only have a few days to finalize moves to upgrade their team for the stretch run via trade. The Knicks don't have much they can do as a hard-capped team in the second apron, but they can get creative with some deals.
As we approach the NBA Trade Deadline, the Charlotte Hornets are probably going to consider trading Cody Martin. He's a three-and-D player who isn't likely to factor into their long-term plans, which makes him highly desirable across the NBA.
The Cleveland Cavaliers don't have a ton of areas they need to address as the season progresses. However, they'd still be wise to add more wing depth in preparation for the playoffs.
Down one point in overtime Sunday, Cody Martin of the Charlotte Hornets had a chance to corral a missed free throw and give his team a final shot. His twin brother, Caleb, had other ideas.
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