Charlotte Hornets: 5 Under-the-radar free agents to target

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 11: P.J. Washington #25 of the Charlotte Hornets attempts a lay up against Nerlens Noel #3 of the New York Knicks during the third quarter of their game at Spectrum Center on January 11, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 11: P.J. Washington #25 of the Charlotte Hornets attempts a lay up against Nerlens Noel #3 of the New York Knicks during the third quarter of their game at Spectrum Center on January 11, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)
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ORLANDO, FL – DECEMBER 17: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets slam dunks the ball against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on December 17, 2020, in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FL – DECEMBER 17: Miles Bridges #0 of the Charlotte Hornets slam dunks the ball against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on December 17, 2020, in Orlando, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Menendez/Getty Images)

Following the NBA Play-In Tournament, Charlotte Hornets‘ fans have already looked ahead to this summer as an opportunity to build on a young core.

The buzz surrounding the Hornets’ play this season gives optimism as to what the future will hold.

With impact players such as Cody Zeller, Malik Monk, Bismack Biyombo, and Devonte’ Graham becoming free agents this summer, it is likely some, if not all, of these players won’t return to Charlotte next season.

If the Hornets’ front office decides to let some talent above walk, Charlotte will have the available cap space to build on the solid foundation they have created.

Here are five players who are potential free-agents targets the Hornets should explore this summer.