Charlotte Hornets: The Dallas Mavericks, Houston Rockets trade impact

The Hornets have been linked to Wood for the last several months. While it is not the end of the world to miss out on Wood, he is another big that has changed teams. The Hornets, who have the biggest need for a dominant big man in the league, have not pulled the trigger for a center in the trade market.

This could mean that they are going all-in on a rookie in the 2022 Draft. Jalen Duren and Mark Williams are two names that the Hornets have been linked to, but could they contribute straight away? Wood is a proven commodity.

Only time will tell if the Hornets draft a rookie big, trade for a big, or sign a big in free agency. Either way, Charlotte needs an upgrade at that position, and Wood could have been a great fit alongside LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, and company.