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Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic’s playing status vs. Magic gets pivotal update
The Charlotte Hornets were one of the most active teams leading up to the trade deadline. One of the moves they pulled off was to facilitate a salary dump for Jusuf Nurkic from the Phoenix Suns, acquiring a 2026 first-round pick in the process.
What’s up with Jusuf Nurkic? Hornets coach gives update on Charlotte’s acquisition
Mark Williams still hasn’t rejoined the Hornets, and Jusuf Nurkic didn’t play in Monday night’s loss to Brooklyn Nets.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Playing Wednesday vs. Magic
Nurkic (recently traded) will operate under a minutes restriction in his Hornets debut Wednesday against the Magic, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports. Nurkic was not on the injury report for Monday's loss to the Nets but ended up being a healthy scratch.
Jusuf Nurkic to make Hornets debut vs. Nets following Suns trade
Jusuf Nurkic will make his Hornets debut on Monday vs. the Nets after joining the team in a deadline trade from the Suns.
Phoenix Suns Closing In On Trade Involving Jusuf Nurkic
The Phoenix Suns will have a very active 2025 NBA trade deadline. One of those moves will be offloading Jusuf Nurkic. What's the latest on Nurkic's future in Phoenix?
The Charlotte Hornets' trade for Jusuf Nurkic is still pending
In wake of the Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Lakers deal surrounding Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht being rescinded over the weekend, it may not be the onl
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Available for Monday
Nurkic wasn't cleared to make his debut Sunday against the Pistons, but it appears that he'll suit up for the first time as a Hornet on Monday. Mark Williams (not with team) has been ruled out and Moussa Diabate (eye) is questionable, so Nurkic could potentially see a hefty role right away.
Hornets acquire replacement for Mark Williams, trade for Phoenix Suns’ Jusuf Nurkic
Move comes hours after Charlotte agreed to send its starting center to Los Angeles for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish and draft compensation.
Jusuf Nurkic's immediate reaction to Hornets-Suns trade
Veteran center Jusuf Nurkic reacts to the recent trade sending him from the Suns to the Hornets at the 2025 deadline
Phoenix Suns trading 7-footer Jusuf Nurkic after short-lived run
Last month, the Suns traded Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to Charlotte for 7-footer Nick Richards, who was a backup to Williams, and a second-round selection. Richards became the starting center in his second game with the Suns after posting 21 points and 11 rebounds in his Suns debut on Jan. 18 at Detroit.
Hornets get Jusuf Nurkic and 1st-round pick from Suns for Cody Martin and Vasa Micic, AP source says
A person familiar with the situation says the Charlotte Hornets have acquired center Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick ...
Charlotte Hornets land Jusuf Nurkic, 2026 first-round pick in deal for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic
The Phoenix Suns are trading Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije ...
LaMelo Ball is back. How Dalton Knecht, Jusuf Nurkic could help Hornets’ star keep rising
Charlotte’s point guard posted a double-double to lead Hornets to a 117-116 victory over San Antonio on Friday night.