The Charlotte Hornets must scout for a new backup for LaMelo Ball after Dennis Smith Jr.'s departure. While they did add a point guard in Nick Smith Jr through the draft, he projects to begin his career as a backup shooting guard due to his tunnel vision and sloppy passing. Which players could the Hornets add to potentially fill this gaping hole in the roster? Here are a few suggestions.
Ayo Dosunmu (Free Agent)
Dosunmu is a promising talent and has the potential to become one of the league's best sixth men under the right circumstances. While he has been part of the starting lineup for the Bulls for the past two seasons, his style of play seems more suited to a bench role. He excels at putting pressure on the rim and is a durable scorer.
John Wall (Free Agent)
Wall recently held workouts for multiple teams in Las Vegas, and it would be exciting to see the Raleigh, NC native return to his home state and conclude his career there. Although he is nowhere near his previous form, it doesn't matter much as the Hornets already have LaMelo Ball as their starting point guard. They require a dependable veteran who can hold the fort when Ball is off the floor, and Wall could fill that role at the right price.
Delon Wright (Wizards)
The Hornets keep tabs on Wright and are considering trading for him. Although he has played on several unsuccessful teams recently (Detroit, Sacramento, Atlanta, Washington), he has a winning pedigree, having spent four seasons with the Toronto Raptors. Throughout his career, he has maintained averages of 7.4 points, 3.9 assists, and 3.6 rebounds.
Theo Maledon (Hornets)
Maledon exceeded the Hornets' expectations in his inaugural season, filling a more significant role than anticipated. While he showed promise, consistency remains an issue. If Charlotte cannot recruit a reliable veteran through the free agency market or trade, Maledon will likely be their pick.
Raul Neto (Cavaliers)
Neto may not be the best defender and is undoubtedly a downgrade from Dennis Smith Jr. in that regard, but he brings more shot-making ability to the table, shooting 36% from long range and 52% from the field throughout his career. With the exception of Theo Maledon, he is likely the most economical choice on the roster.
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