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Should the Charlotte Hornets sit out the trade deadline?
- Charlotte should avoid gutting its depth and stand pat at the trade deadline to protect playoff development for Ball and the 25-and-under core.
- Ball's return has coincided with a top ten net rating, suggesting the team is playoff-caliber when healthy.
- Recent wins in Oklahoma City, Los Angeles, and Utah indicate the roster’s potential during healthy spells.
- Cody Cunningham and Tyrese Haliburton comparisons show Ball needs playoff experience to prove winning potential.
- The Hornets' 25-and-under core, including Ball, Miller, and Knueppel, could benefit from a playoff environment.
- Executive Jeff Peterson emphasizes not skipping steps on the Hornets' path toward consistent playoff contention.
- Experts caution that trading away depth could slow the younger players’ development this season.
- Analysts suggest keeping core intact while pursuing subtle moves could preserve long-term growth.
- The piece notes Ball’s playoff experience could change the team’s trajectory in the 2025-26 season.
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