Reports: Hornets send Miles Bridges to Suns for Grayson Allen
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Key Points:
- The Charlotte Hornets have traded Miles Bridges and two future draft picks to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and a future first-round pick.
- Bridges, the Hornets’ longest-tenured player, averaged 17.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.2 assists last season and has been a consistent scorer over his seven-year career with Charlotte.
- The Hornets acquire veteran shooters Allen and O’Neale, who provide scoring and experience; Allen averaged 16.5 points per game, while O’Neale shot over 40% from three-point range last season.
- This trade follows the Hornets’ recent deal sending All-Star LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, signaling a significant roster reshaping ahead of the 2026-27 season.
- The Hornets aim to build on their recent 24-win improvement and playoff appearance by adding experienced players and future assets to their roster.
