Overview
- The team officially unveiled its 2025–26 opening roster, confirming Connaughton’s spot following last week’s cutdown.
- Charlotte waived Spencer Dinwiddie to reach the 15-contract limit, and his one-year deal worth about $3.6 million remains guaranteed if unclaimed.
- Connaughton is on an expiring contract after exercising his 2025–26 player option and is not expected to have a significant on-court role, per reports.
- Marc Stein reports the Hornets also valued Connaughton’s locker-room presence and championship experience on a young roster.
- Connaughton arrived from Milwaukee in July in a deal that sent Vasilije Micic to the Bucks and brought Charlotte two future draft picks.