What happened: The Charlotte Hornets are discussing a rookie-scale extension with Brandon Miller that could approach the $208 million deal Amen Thompson received from the Houston Rockets, per Bleacher Report's Jake Fischer. The organization is working to secure the 23-year-old beyond his initial rookie contract.
Why it matters: Following the recent trades of LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, reaching an agreement with Miller stands as a priority for Charlotte. The forward now leads the roster alongside Kon Knueppel.
By the numbers: Miller averaged 20.2 points, 4.9 rebounds and 3.3 assists last season while shooting a 3% from three. Through his first three NBA seasons, he posted 19.0 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game.
What to watch: The two sides will continue negotiations to finalize the exact structure of the extension.