NBA Shocker: Star Player 'Ball Brother' Traded! Hornets Sign 26-Year-Old Guard to 3-Year, $235 Million Deal

In a significant move shaking up the NBA landscape, the Charlotte Hornets have traded their star point guard, LaMelo Ball, to the Minnesota Timberwolves. The deal, finalized late last night Taiwan time, brings center Naz Reid and several future draft picks to Charlotte.

This trade marks a pivotal moment for the Hornets, signaling a shift in their team strategy and player personnel. The departure of Ball, a dynamic young talent, is expected to have a considerable impact on the team's future direction.

Almost immediately after the Ball trade, the Hornets moved swiftly to secure another key player. They have signed 26-year-old guard Coby White to a substantial three-year contract extension, valued at approximately $74 million (around NT$2.35 billion). With Ball's exit, White is anticipated to step into a primary ball-handling role for the Hornets.

White joined the Hornets from the Chicago Bulls last season, appearing in 21 games, all as a reserve. During that time, he averaged 15.6 points, 3.0 assists, and 3.0 rebounds in 19.3 minutes per game, showcasing impressive shooting efficiency with a 45.1% field goal percentage and 39.1% from three-point range. His performance in the play-in tournament, particularly his clutch three-pointer to force overtime against the Miami Heat, highlighted his potential to lead the team.

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Hornets and White signed a three-year, $74 million contract (approximately NT$2.35 billion).