Brandon Miller (Charlotte Hornets)
October 2025
Miller left clutching his left shoulder in the second quarter and was ruled out after nine minutes (four points). The 2023 No.2 pick, eyeing a breakout after last season’s long wrist-ligament layoff, had opened 2025–26 with 25 points vs Brooklyn. Charlotte will reassess, mindful of prior absences and a central scoring role alongside LaMelo Ball’s playmaking.
Spencer Dinwiddie (Charlotte Hornets)
July 2025
Spencer Dinwiddie has signed a one-year deal with the Charlotte Hornets. He averaged 11 points, 4.4 assists, and 2.6 rebounds last season across 79 games, including 30 starts with Dallas.
Dinwiddie brings veteran leadership and scoring to the Hornets’ young core. Entering his 12th season, he’s expected to provide stability and experience in Charlotte’s rotation.
Phoenix Suns
June 2025
The Phoenix Suns have acquired 7-foot centers Mark Williams and Khaman Maluach in separate trade deals. The moves aim to reinforce their frontcourt, especially after trading Kevin Durant. Jalen Green and Dillon Brooks also join Phoenix.
Phoenix sent pick No. 29 and a 2029 first-rounder to Charlotte for Williams, who previously failed a Lakers move due to medicals. Maluach, plus Green and Brooks, arrived from Houston as part of the Durant deal.
LaMelo Ball (Charlotte Hornets)
March 2025
LaMelo Ball will miss the rest of the season to undergo ankle and wrist procedures, ending his breakout year prematurely.
Ball averaged a career-high 25.2 PPG with 7.4 assists before recurring injuries forced the Hornets to shut him down for the second straight year on March 28. The team sees long-term upside, holding 24 future draft pick