Many believe the Charlotte Hornets need a center. Nikola Vucevic could be available if he reaches a buyout with the Chicago Bulls. It seems like a good match, but the Hornets have not been mentioned by credible sources as a possible destination for the veteran center.
Does Charlotte not see him as a viable option at the five? Maybe. However, the likely reason behind the deafening silence is Jeff Peterson's roster-building philosophy. The team president has emphasized that the Hornets won't be skipping steps in their rebuild, even if it means suffering from more losing seasons.