Heading into the 2025 NBA offseason, the Charlotte Hornets had a clear objective – surround their young core with enough talent and stability to finally crawl out of the Eastern Conference’s basement. After years of missed opportunities, injuries, and roster imbalances, the front office took decisive action. However, despite all the solid pickups, the Hornets made one critical mistake in the 2025 NBA free agency – they failed to address their need for a versatile two-way wing, arguably the most valuable and necessary piece in the modern NBA.
In today’s league, 6-foot-7 to 6-foot-9 wings who can defend multiple positions, knock down threes, and hold their own in isolation are the glue that holds winning teams together.