Charlotte Hornets to trade up for Chet Holmgren, Paolo Banchero, or Jabari Smith in the 2022 NBA Draft?

By Trejan Rowbotham | Jun 20, 2022

Mar 24, 2022; San Francisco, CA, USA; Gonzaga Bulldogs center Chet Holmgren (34) reacts as he walks off the court after their loss to the Arkansas Razorbacks in the semifinals of the West regional of the men's college basketball NCAA Tournament at Chase Center. The Arkansas Razorbacks won 74-68. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports /

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Banchero could be a solid fit in Charlotte. Slated to go in the two-to-four range on Draft night, Banchero has size, finishing ability, defense, passing, and strength all working in his favor.

As an athletic big, Banchero could run the break with LaMelo Ball while anchoring a decent-to-above-average defense on the other end. While Holmgren is the better prospect, Banchero would be the better fit in Charlotte.

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