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Charlotte Hornets: 3 trades to consider for the 11th pick

By Stephen Sears

ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 24: Gordon Hayward #20 and LaMelo Ball #2 of the Charlotte Hornets react during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on January 24, 2021 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)
ORLANDO, FLORIDA - JANUARY 24: Gordon Hayward #20 and LaMelo Ball #2 of the Charlotte Hornets react during the fourth quarter against the Orlando Magic at Amway Center on January 24, 2021 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 Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) /
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Christian Wood, Houston Rockets (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
Christian Wood, Houston Rockets (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /

Charlotte Hornets acquires Christian Wood and a late first-round pick from Houston

This is an interesting one to really sit down and think about. With the Houston Rockets seemingly in full rebuild mode, they might be interested in moving up to acquire more lottery talent and younger pieces, and the 11th pick could be the perfect spot.

As Charlotte looks to add young elite talent around Ball, Christian Wood may fit the bill. Wood is only 25 yet seems like a seasoned vet as he’s already played for seven different teams, including a stint in Charlotte. Wood burst onto the scene in 2020 with the Detroit Pistons and followed it up with a solid season in Houston where he averaged 21 points in 9.6 rebounds.

Essentially the Hornets would be expediting their rebuild by upgrading from PJ Washington to the more proven Wood at the cost of 13 draft spots. At the 23rd pick, you still are looking at the likes of Jones, Williams, Jaden Springer, and possibly Isaiah Jackson.

Depending on how you view Washington and Wood, you would either love this trade or would think it’s not worth it as Washington is younger and has the potential to surpass Wood.

Either way, the Rockets would get a younger piece in Washington to team up with their 2nd overall pick. Whether that’s Evan Mobley or Jalen Green I think Washington would fit perfectly. Charlotte would be able to move Miles Bridges to the starting power forward spot which I think he deserves, and they get a borderline all-star at the power forward or center position in Wood.

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