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Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee watches from the sideline during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

No roster is perfect, and Charlotte is no exception.

Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee watches from the sideline during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

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No roster is perfect, and Charlotte is no exception.

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Apr 14, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate (14) handles the ball during the second half during the play-in rounds between the Charlotte Hornets and the Miami Heat of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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More change coming for Charlotte?

Apr 5, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) during the pregame entertainment before the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

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The Charlotte Hornets roster may have changed but make no mistake, the team still has their share of star power. If you need further proof, look no further tha

Apr 7, 2019; Detroit, MI, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) talks to his bench during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

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Which five players would make the cut for the Hornets?

Jeff Peterson at a press conference

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Here's how the Hornets can and will likely make the final two moves to cut down the roster.

New York Knicks center/forward Karl-Anthony Towns (32) looks to pass defended by Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabaté

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The Knicks reportedly monitored Moussa Diabaté as a replacement for Mitchell Robinson.

Charlotte Hornets guard Pat Connaughton (21) sets the play defended by Indiana Pacers forward Kobe Brown

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The Hornets aren't done making moves yet. They have too many players.

Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Former Charlotte Hornets great Dell Curry has his jersey retired at halftime of the game against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

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The story behind the three numbers at Spectrum Center.

Apr 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kon Knueppel (7) shoots during the second half against the Orlando Magic during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

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Knueppel is among the game's best.

Feb 2, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA;Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) and forward Brandon Miller (24) high five during the second quarter against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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The Hornets' young star is going to miss playing alongside one of the most creative players in the game.

Charlotte Hornets forward Grant Williams (2) and Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (1) celebrate

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Which version of the Hornets is better?

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They weren't catching rays, but they were making moves.

New Orleans Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III (25) goes to the basket against Charlotte Hornets forward Moussa Diabate

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The Hornets have until next summer to use the trade exemption, but who might be available?

Mar 30, 2026; Dallas, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) warms up before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves at the American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

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Taking a look at a few breakout candidates for the Charlotte Hornets.

Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White (3) alongside forward Brandon Miller (24) give an interview after the overtime win

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In a sense, both Coby White and Brandon Miller are the new LaMelo Ball.

Sacramento Kings guard Russell Westbrook (18) before the game against the New Orleans Pelicans

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The Hornets don't have a great backup PG situation anymore.

Apr 17, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11) warms up before the game against the Orlando Magic during the play-in rounds of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Mike Watters-Imagn Images

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Charlotte has three playable centers, and there are only so many minutes to go around.

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets the fourteenth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Washington forward Hannes Steinbach after he was selected by the Charlotte Hornets at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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The rookie looks ready to contribute. Now it is about putting him in the best position to succeed.

Apr 7, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (11), forward Brandon Miller (24) and guard Kon Knueppel (7) react after a basket against the Boston Celtics in the second quarter at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

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It's time to mix and match with Buzz City.

May 15, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) drives to the basket as San Antonio Spurs guard De'aaron Fox (4) plays defense in the second half during game six of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images

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We'll be seeing a lot of zeros this season.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver announces the fourteenth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Washington forward Hannes Steinbach

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The Hornets picked Hannes Steinbach, but they were interested in trading up, potentially for Yaxel Lendeborg.

Mar 19, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Charlotte Hornets Head Coach Charles Lee watches from the sideline during the third quarter against the Orlando Magic at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Brian Westerholt-Imagn Images

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The goal posts have been moved.

Charlotte Hornets guard Tre Mann (23) drives to the basket against Portland Trail Blazers guard Scoot Henderson

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The Charlotte Hornets passed on Scoot Henderson in 2023. Now, they could trade for him to be the backup point guard.

Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) blocks a shot attempt by Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker

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The Hornets have pretty good rim protection, but they don't have a true rim protector. How can this be?

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Bringing Curry home is an enticing though, but the Charlotte Hornets should wait to do so.