NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider

Charlotte Hornets have been playing pretty well this season behind their young core. LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges have been great (although both were left off the 2022 NBA All-Star Game rosters).</p> <p>They currently sit at 28-24 on the season, which puts them at eighth place in the Eastern Conference. They have a shot to make some noise in the playoffs this year.</p> <p>That being said, for such a young team, they have a bunch of older players on big contracts, with the main one being a 31-year-old Gordon Hayward.</p> <p>He’s been solid this year, but are there any NBA trades out there that would make them younger and also help them improve? Here are three NBA trades that would ship Gordon Hayward off elsewhere.</p> <h2>NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider: Indiana Pacers</h2> <p><strong>Pacers receive: Gordon Hayward, 2023 First-Round Pick (Lottery Protected)</strong></p> <p><strong>Hornets receive: Myles Turner, Jeremy Lamb</strong></p> <p>This is the type of trade that has been discussed for years at this point. The Charlotte Hornets would get a bit younger and fill a need, while the Indiana Pacers would reshape their roster.</p> <p>Indiana has consistently stated that they want to remain competitive. This trade would help them do that while also reshaping what their roster looks like.</p> <p>Meanwhile, the Hornets would get a long-term answer at the center position and bring back an old friend in Jeremy Lamb to help them on the wing.</p> <p>There’s a chance that the Pacers want more, but considering Myles Turner’s injury, this could get it done. Overall, this trade accomplishes a goal for both sides.</p> <div class="next-slide slider"> <a class="next-slide-btn" style="background:#222423" data-track="shortcode" data-track-action="next-slide-shortcode" href=https://hoopshabit.com/2022/02/04/nba-trades-gordon-hayward-hornets/"#"> <span class="title">Next:</span> Trade #2 </a> </div><!—pageview_candidate—><hr id="pagebreak"><div id="attachment_441617" class="wp-caption aligncenter"> <img class="size-full wp-image-441617" src=https://hoopshabit.com/2022/02/04/nba-trades-gordon-hayward-hornets/"https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/fetch/c_fill,g_auto,f_auto,h_2133,w_3200/http%3A%2F%2Fhoopshabit.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fgetty-images%2F2017%2F07%2F1354991134.jpeg" alt="NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider" width="3200" height="2133" srcset="https://hoopshabit.com/wp-content/uploads/getty-images/2017/07/1354991134.jpeg 3200w, https://hoopshabit.com/wp-content/uploads/getty-images/2017/07/1354991134-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 3200px) 100vw, 3200px"><div class="fs-center-img"> <p class="wp-caption-text" style="width:3200px;">WASHINGTON, DC – NOVEMBER 22: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Charlotte Hornets shoots against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena on November 22, 2021 in Washington, DC, NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)</p> </div> </div> <h2>NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider: Washington Wizards</h2> <p><strong>Wizards receive: Gordon Hayward</strong></p> <p><strong>Hornets receive: Thomas Bryant, Corey Kispert, Davis Bertans, 2027 Second-Round Pick</strong></p> <p>This trade would help both sides move in various directions. The Washington Wizards would add a proven talent, while the Charlotte Hornets would gamble on an answer at the center position.</p> <p>Rumors of Bradley Beal not signing an extension should be concerning. If the Wizards want to keep him around, they need to put the best possible team around him.</p> <p>Adding a former All-Star like Gordon Hayward would certainly be a solid way to do that. He’s a versatile scorer, a solid defender, and someone who could take the pressure off Beal from behind the perimeter with efficient shooting.</p> <p>Charlotte would be getting two solid pieces and a salary-filler in this deal. Obviously, Davis Bertans would be the salary-filler, but they could try to dump his contract next season if he continues to regress.</p> <p>Thomas Bryant is the key piece here. He showed flashes of real promise before getting injured and plays with the intensity that Charlotte should strive to have.</p> <p>With Washington being loaded at the center position, they would probably be willing to move him. Bryant could slot in at the five and bring a spark to the Hornets.</p> <p>As for Corey Kispert, he’s just a rookie and was touted for his defense coming out of the draft. If he can get a chance to shine in Charlotte, he would be a solid piece for the wing. This is just a solid trade overall for both sides.</p> <div class="next-slide slider"> <a class="next-slide-btn" style="background:#222423" data-track="shortcode" data-track-action="next-slide-shortcode" href=https://hoopshabit.com/2022/02/04/nba-trades-gordon-hayward-hornets/"#"> <span class="title">Next:</span> Trade #3 </a> </div><!—pageview_candidate—><hr id="pagebreak"><div id="attachment_441618" class="wp-caption aligncenter"> <img class="size-full wp-image-441618" src=https://hoopshabit.com/2022/02/04/nba-trades-gordon-hayward-hornets/"https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/fetch/c_fill,g_auto,f_auto,h_2133,w_3200/http%3A%2F%2Fhoopshabit.com%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fgetty-images%2F2017%2F07%2F1295399731.jpeg" alt="NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider" width="3200" height="2133" srcset="https://hoopshabit.com/wp-content/uploads/getty-images/2017/07/1295399731.jpeg 3200w, https://hoopshabit.com/wp-content/uploads/getty-images/2017/07/1295399731-768x512.jpeg 768w" sizes="(max-width: 3200px) 100vw, 3200px"><div class="fs-center-img"> <p class="wp-caption-text" style="width:3200px;">NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA – JANUARY 08: Zion Williamson #1 of the New Orleans Pelicans shoots over Gordon Hayward #20 of the Charlotte Hornets during a NBA game at Smoothie King Center on January 08, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana, NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)</p> </div> </div> <h2>NBA Trades: 3 Gordon Hayward trades for the Hornets to consider: New Orleans Pelicans</h2> <p><strong>Pelicans receive: Gordon Hayward, Ish Smith</strong></p> <p><strong>Hornets receive: Josh Hart, Jaxson Hayes, Tomas Satoransky, 2022 Second-Round Pick</strong></p> <p>This trade is a weird one at first glance, but based on recent NBA rumors, it makes some sense. The New Orleans Pelicans add a veteran presence while the Charlotte Hornets get a bit younger and a bit cheaper.</p> <p><a href=https://hoopshabit.com/2022/02/04/nba-trades-gordon-hayward-hornets/"https://www.fox8live.com/2022/02/02/report-pelicans-aggressive-buyers-deadline-eyeing-eric-gordon-several-other-potential-trade-targets/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">All of the rumors</a> leading up to the trade deadline indicate that the Pelicans are looking for a veteran guard to add by the deadline. While Hayward isn’t a guard, he would definitely be a nice veteran presence on the team.</p> <p>They want to make a serious push for the playoffs when Zion Williamson returns. Hayward would certainly help with that and could (in a very lengthy lineup) probably still start next to Brandon Ingram and Williamson.</p> <p>As for the Hornets, they would get a decent haul in this trade. Josh Hart would be the prize, as he’s a bit younger, much cheaper, and would fit in well with the Hornets’ roster.</p> <p>They would also get to give Jaxson Hayes a chance to revitalize his career alongside an elite playmaker in LaMelo Ball. He’s not a great center, but he’s young, athletic, and still has some potential to improve.</p> <p>Lastly, they would have to take on the Tomas Satoransky contract but would also receive a 2022 second-round pick in the deal as well.</p> <p>There’s a chance the Pelicans wouldn’t be interested because they want a guard and only a guard, but this deal helps them improve for sure. 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