Hornets' trade deadline plans are already painfully obvious

Mar 21, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee watches his team play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn ImagesThe Charlotte Hornets are hoping to upset expectations during the upcoming 2025-26 season. Perhaps they will surprise the NBA world and make a postseason run. In all reality, though, the Hornets will likely struggle amid their continued rebuild. Charlotte's roster is continuing to improve, but there is still work to be done. Speaking of that work, the Hornets' NBA trade deadline plans may already be clear despite the fact that training camp has yet to begin.

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