A recent mock trade proposal involving LaMelo Ball and the Lakers raises questions about the Hornets' potential direction. Would the proposed assets be enough to entice Charlotte?
In the coming weeks, several veteran players on the Charlotte Hornets roster might be involved in trade rumors . Cody Martin, Nick Richards, Miles Bridges, and Vasilije Micic are all considered potential trade candidates. However, star point guard and franchise face, LaMelo Ball, is not up for discussion. While anything is possible, it would take a substantial offer for the Hornets to part ways with the dynamic young guard.
Despite repeated denials from Hornets executives, other teams are likely to inquire about Ball's availability at the trade deadline if the team remains out of contention. Currently at 7-27, the Hornets are struggling. Ball's inclusion in several mock trades, though unlikely, highlights his value. A recent mock trade proposal by our colleagues involved Ball being sent to the Lakers in exchange for Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, a 2029 first-round draft pick, a 2030 first-round draft pick swap, and a 2031 first-round draft pick. The main drawback of this trade is that it doesn't provide the Hornets with a high-caliber player in return. While Hachimura is talented, the Hornets don't require another young center, especially with Mark Williams already on the roster. Dalton Knecht's potential fit within Charles Lee's system is promising, but his overall impact and ceiling remain uncertain. The Hornets need a more established player. Vanderbilt and Vincent are primarily included for salary matching purposes. The two first-round picks and the first-round swap, while valuable, might not be enough to sway the Hornets. Two to three first-round picks would likely pique their interest, but not from the Lakers
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