LaMelo Ball, the dynamic point guard, is set to join the Minnesota Timberwolves in a significant trade that will reshape both franchises.
The Charlotte Hornets have agreed to send Ball and Josh Green to Minnesota in exchange for power forward Naz Reid, an unprotected first-round draft pick in 2033, three first-round pick swaps, and three future second-round picks.
The pick swaps are slated for 2028, 2029, and 2030, while the Hornets will also acquire second-round selections in 2029, 2032, and 2033.
A person familiar with the situation confirmed the details to The ***** ociated Press on Thursday, speaking on condition of anonymity as the deal, initially reported by ESPN, awaits official league approval.
Ball, 24, was the No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft and had three years remaining on a five-year, $203.9 million designated rookie contract, a franchise record for the Hornets.
The Charlotte Hornets have agreed to send Ball and Josh Green to Minnesota in exchange for power forward Naz Reid, an unprotected first-round draft pick in 2033, three first-round pick swaps, and three future second-round picks.
The pick swaps are slated for 2028, 2029, and 2030, while the Hornets will also acquire second-round selections in 2029, 2032, and 2033.
A person familiar with the situation confirmed the details to The ***** ociated Press on Thursday, speaking on condition of anonymity as the deal, initially reported by ESPN, awaits official league approval.
Ball, 24, was the No. 3 overall pick in the 2020 NBA draft and had three years remaining on a five-year, $203.9 million designated rookie contract, a franchise record for the Hornets.
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