Intriguing trade target emerges for Hornets — but pulling it off is tricky

Charlotte Hornets, Olivier-Maxence Prosper, Miles Bridges | Sam Hodde/GettyImagesThere could be an opportunity for the Charlotte Hornets to add a young player with intriguing potential and another draft asset. Rumor has it that the Dallas Mavericks need to dispatch Olivier-Maxence Prosper, and they may have to attach draft compensation just to get rid of the forward. If only the Hornets had room on the roster, they would probably be on the phone with Dallas right now.

According to league insider Jake Fischer, the Mavs have promised Dante Exum that they will re-sign the guard this summer, but their previous roster moves have now required them to get rid of one player (subscription required)…