The Charlotte Hornets and forward P.J. Washington have agreed to a three-year deal that will net the former Kentucky Wildcats standout $48 million.
Washington was the Hornets first-round pick in 2019. He averaged a career-high 15.7 points per game this past season and chipped in 4.9 rebounds and 2.4 assists per game as well. The young forward has continued to improve his game throughout the last few seasons.
Washington’s new deal was first reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Per Woj, Washington was the “NBA’s final unsigned restricted free agent this summer.” This also avoids what could have been a colossal loss of talent for Charlotte.