Charlotte Hornets Receive: C Tristan Thompson

Boston Celtics Receive: 2023 second-round pick (via Boston Celtics)

If the Charlotte Hornets are looking for a veteran big man, Tristan Thompson could be just the name. He is a winning player that has been a part of many good teams throughout his career. He would be able to teach the younger generation about what it takes to turn into one of the elite teams in the league.

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Boston might be weak down low, but Thompson is not the answer moving forward. They will have to make some significant move if they want to improve the unit. Trading Thompson would not hurt them and this could be step one to their plan.

Much like the Celtics did, the Hornets would be acquiring Thompson in this scenario to be nothing more than a stopgap option. Cody Zeller and Bismack Biyombo are set to become free agents this offseason.

Let’s take a look at how this trade would benefit both sides come next season.