Hornets have $40.7M trade exception from LaMelo Ball deal, potential targets identified
A new article lists realistic trade deadline targets the Hornets could pursue using their $40.7M trade exception from the LaMelo Ball trade. Candidates include Sharpe, Herro, Murphy, Irving, Suggs, and Murray. A new article on remaining offseason dominos expands the possibilities, noting the Hornets could use the exception to facilitate salary dumps (e.g., Zeke Nnaji, Cavs' Schroder/Strus) and acquire assets. This adds a new dimension to future roster flexibility and trade speculation.
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Updated Aug 19, 2026