Heading into the 2025 NBA offseason, the Charlotte Hornets had a clear objective : surround their young core with enough talent and stability to finally crawl out of the Eastern Conference’s basement. After years of missed opportunities, injuries, and roster imbalances, the front office took decisive action .

Their biggest move came early, a trade with the Utah Jazz to acquire Colin Sexton . The high-octane combo guard arrives in Charlotte after averaging 18.4 points and 4.2 assists on 48% shooting. With LaMelo Ball still recovering from an ankle injury, Sexton’s ability to push the pace and create offense was a smart hedge against uncertainty. He's a proven scorer and underrated playmaker, and his energy should inject life into a previously stagnant offense.

Alongside Sexton, the

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