Bridges was traded to the Suns and Hornets in exchange for Allen, O'Neal, and a future first-round pick.

June 29th - According to ESPN , the Charlotte Hornets and Phoenix Suns have reached a trade agreement. The Hornets sent veteran forward Miles Bridges , a 2029 first - round draft pick, and a 2027 second-round draft pick to the Suns in exchange for Grayson Allen , Royce O'Neal , and a 2033 first-round draft pick.

The 28- year -old Bridges has been one of the Hornets' key forwards in recent years. In the 2025-26 season, he averaged 17.1 points and 5.8 rebounds per game. The Hornets won 44 games last season , a significant improvement from their previous low of 19 wins.

According to statistics, the Hornets had a record of only 11 wins and 23 losses at the beginning of January this year, but won 32 of their subsequent 45 games. From January 1st to the regular season, the team ranked first in the league in offensive efficiency and fifth in defensive efficiency.

For the Suns, acquiring the 28- year-old forward will save them approximately $ 20 million in luxury tax and free up a roster spot. The Hornets, on the other hand, will gain two experienced veterans, Allen and O'Neal, along with the Suns' unprotected 2033 first-round draft pick .

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