Hornets’ trade proposal for Deandre Ayton finds Mark Williams replacement

Deandre Ayton photoshopped in Hornets jersey with number.The Portland Trail Blazers had a logjam at the center position long before they drafted yet another big man in the 2025 NBA Draft. The selection of Yang Hansen all but assures that the Trail Blazers have to trade Deandre Ayton.

One team that now has a hole at the five spot after draft day is the Charlotte Hornets. They traded Mark Williams to the Phoenix Suns, which created a newfound need at center that a deal for Ayton could fill.

Hornets' possible trade package for Deandre Ayton

Hornets receive: Deandre Ayton

Trail Blazers receive: Jusuf Nurkic, Grant Williams, 2025 NBA Draft pick 33, future second-round pick

The Hornets' desire to…