June 21, 2026, 11:15 a.m. ET
The Charlotte Hornets are interested in re-signing guard Coby White but face competition from other teams.The Detroit Pistons and Brooklyn Nets are reported as potential suitors for White in free agency.A sign-and-trade involving White for Nets center Nic Claxton has been speculated as a possibility.A sign-and-trade could be an option for the Hornets if White decides to leave the team.
Although the Hornets remain keen on re-signing recent trade acquisition Coby White, they are expected to have competition for the former UNC guard, with other potential suitors said to include the Detroit Pistons and Brooklyn Nets.
Recently, NBA insider Michael Scotto of HoopsHype speculated about a possible sign-and-trade idea that would bring a center to Charlotte in exchange for White. “While the Nets have the necessary cap space to pursue White and other players outright, could both teams discuss a sign-and-trade deal involving the two players if Brooklyn uses its cap space on other players?” asked Scotto.
In 69 games with the Nets last season, Claxton averaged 11.7 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, 0.7 steals and a career-high 3.7 assists. Not to mention, he’s already been linked to Charlotte this offseason.
Although the Hornets would love to retain White and add depth at center in other ways, a sign-and-trade could be the next best thing for Charlotte if White has his mind made up on departing.
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