Hornets' Big Money Move Options | NBA News

The Hornets hold a massive $40.6M trade exception from the LaMelo Ball deal and have until next season’s deadline to decide how to use it—potentially targeting a guard to pair with rookie Christian Anderson Jr. Immanuel Quickley, with his elite shooting and rim attack, is a top name but comes with a steep $32.5M/year contract and a protected pick ask. The Hornets may prefer shorter-term options like Dejounte Murray, whose two-year deal offers defense and rim pressure, or veteran Fred VanVleet, who brings championship experience and mentorship without needing the ball—making him a low-risk, high-reward fit for Anderson’s development. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fbaf0ae3162172d3