Hornets ask fans for patience after a summer of changes

For six seasons, LaMelo Ball gave Charlotte Hornets fans a reason to watch. Now he's gone, and the team is asking fans to trust a plan that may take years to assess.

By: Lukas Ganey

Outlets: Queens University News Service

Published: October 30, 2026

Words: 772

Last Updated: 1 week, 3 days ago

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For six seasons, LaMelo Ball gave Charlotte Hornets fans a reason to watch, even when the standings offered little hope. This fall, he is gone, and the team is asking its fans to believe in a plan that may take years to assess.

Charlotte traded Ball and Josh Green to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a controversial deal for Naz Reid, a 2033 first-round pick, three first-round pick swaps, and three second-round picks. The move also …

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