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Hornets Cut Ties With Son of Chicago Bulls Legend Ahead of Season

Hornets Cut Ties With Son of Chicago Bulls Legend Ahead of Season

Summary

The Charlotte Hornets have decided to release DJ Rodman, the son of former NBA player Dennis Rodman, ahead of the 2025 season. DJ Rodman, who played in the G League last season, could potentially join the Hornets’ G League team, the Greensboro Swarm, for the coming season.

Key Facts

  • The Charlotte Hornets waived DJ Rodman during the 2025 preseason.
  • DJ Rodman is the son of Dennis Rodman, a Hall of Fame player who won NBA titles with the Chicago Bulls.
  • DJ Rodman began his college basketball career at Washington State and transferred to USC for his final season.
  • Last season, DJ Rodman played in the G League for the Capital City Go-Go and the Maine Celtics.
  • In the G League, he averaged 6.8 points and 5.6 rebounds per game.
  • Rodman played with the Hornets’ Summer League team earlier this year.
  • If he joins the Greensboro Swarm and stays for at least 60 days, he might earn a bonus of up to $85,300.

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