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Hornets Trade LaMelo Ball, Add Reid, Steinbach

6/29/2026

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The Charlotte Hornets traded guard LaMelo Ball, opening a potentially active offseason.
Using a $40 million trade exception, the Hornets added frontcourt players Naz Reid and Hannes Steinbach.
President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson said the team will pursue short- and long-term improvements while staying disciplined with assets.
The Hornets still need another ball-handler and two shooters, preferably a 3-and-D player, after Josh Green’s departure, and may use Christian Anderson as a trade asset.

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Story summary

The Charlotte Hornets traded guard LaMelo Ball, opening a potentially active offseason.
Using a $40 million trade exception, the Hornets added frontcourt players Naz Reid and Hannes Steinbach.
President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson said the team will pursue short- and long-term improvements while staying disciplined with assets.
The Hornets still need another ball-handler and two shooters, preferably a 3-and-D player, after Josh Green’s departure, and may use Christian Anderson as a trade asset.