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Hornets Cut Ties With 11-Year NBA Veteran Ahead of Regular Season

Hornets Cut Ties With 11-Year NBA Veteran Ahead of Regular Season

Summary

The Charlotte Hornets have released Spencer Dinwiddie, an 11-year NBA veteran, just before the 2025-26 season begins. The team made this decision to meet salary cap requirements and because two other players, Collin Sexton and Tre Mann, performed well in training camp.

Key Facts

  • Spencer Dinwiddie signed a one-year contract with the Hornets during the summer.
  • The Hornets released him to manage the team's salary cap and maintain 15 standard contracts.
  • Collin Sexton and Tre Mann's strong performances in training camp contributed to the decision.
  • Dinwiddie played only two preseason games with the Hornets, scoring six points in total.
  • He is from Los Angeles and will look for his sixth NBA team.
  • Dinwiddie was drafted by the Detroit Pistons in 2014 and has played for five teams in the NBA.
  • His best playing season was in 2019-2020 with the Brooklyn Nets.
  • Last season, he rejoined the Dallas Mavericks after a stint with the Los Angeles Lakers.

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