Charlotte, NC, September 20, 2026 — Sports Illustrated has reported on a potential trade scenario involving the Charlotte Hornets and the Atlanta Hawks. According to the publication, discussions are rumored to be centered around a swap of players Dorian Finney-Smith and Buddy Hield.

The specifics of the rumored trade, including any additional players, draft picks, or financial considerations, have not been detailed in the report. The terms of any potential agreement remain unclear, and it is unknown if the talks have progressed beyond initial discussions or if either team has made a formal offer.

Dorian Finney-Smith is currently under contract with the Brooklyn Nets and has been traded previously in the current season. Buddy Hield is a player for the Indiana Pacers. The report from Sports Illustrated indicates a potential move between the Hornets and Hawks, implying that these players might be acquired by these respective franchises through a trade that may or may not involve other parties to facilitate the exchange. However, the exact mechanism and the full scope of the rumored transaction are not specified.

As this is a developing rumor, confirmation from the Charlotte Hornets, Atlanta Hawks, or the other involved teams (Brooklyn Nets, Indiana Pacers) has not been provided. The NBA trade deadline is approaching, a period when such player movement discussions often intensify. The exact timeline for any potential trade, should one materialize, is not available.

Further details regarding player valuations, team needs, and the motivations behind such a hypothetical trade are not elaborated upon in the initial report. The outcome of these rumored discussions, if they are indeed ongoing, remains speculative.


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