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Why Hornets Shouldn't Have Traded for Jaylen Brown
2 Jul
Summary
- Charlotte Hornets reportedly discussed trading for Jaylen Brown.
- Hornets could have matched Boston's offer but faced financial hurdles.
- Jaylen Brown's on/off rating suggests limited impact, not a facilitator.
Following the trade of LaMelo Ball, the Charlotte Hornets briefly engaged in discussions with the Boston Celtics regarding Jaylen Brown. These talks reportedly ceased before Brown was ultimately traded to the Philadelphia 76ers. The Hornets possessed the draft capital to potentially match the 76ers' offer, which included two first-round picks and two pick swaps.
However, matching the financial implications of Brown's salary would have been challenging for Charlotte. Without a large contract like Paul George's to absorb, the Hornets would have needed to part with significant players. This could have possibly included young star Brandon Miller, a move deemed too detrimental to the team's future.
Despite the financial and roster fit concerns, the article explores whether the Hornets should have pursued Brown. While talented, Brown's on/off court statistics indicated a negative impact in the previous season, and he is not considered a facilitator. Given the team's existing wing depth, acquiring Brown would not have addressed their most pressing needs post-Ball trade.
