Rockets Send Dorian Finney-Smith, Three Picks to Hornets

Houston clears space as Charlotte stockpiles assets.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 31 min read

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Charlotte acquires additional draft capital -- it has 20 second-rounders over the next 7 years and now the second-most t

What happened: The Houston Rockets are trading Dorian Finney-Smith and three second-round picks to the Charlotte Hornets. Houston also creates a $13 million trade exception in the deal.

Why it matters: The move gives Houston roster flexibility after adding Marcus Smart and Bogdan Bogdanovic. Charlotte expands a substantial reserve of draft assets that can support future trades or roster building.

By the numbers: Houston creates a $13 million trade exception.

What to watch: Watch how Houston uses its open roster flexibility and whether Charlotte deploys its draft capital in another trade.

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@ShamsCharania Jul 3, 12:33 PM ET

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