Collin Sexton has been traded from the Utah Jazz to the Charlotte Hornets, marking his transfer to a third NBA team. This move comes as the Jazz acquire center Jusuf Nurkic in exchange. Selected eighth overall by the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2018, Sexton has consistently shown his scoring capabilities, averaging over 18 points per game in recent seasons. With one year and $19 million left on his contract, he will join a Hornets team that includes rising star LaMelo Ball and 2023 draft pick Brandon Miller.

As a freshman at Alabama, Sexton played a pivotal role in leading the Crimson Tide to their first NCAA tournament in six years, showcasing the talent that justified his high draft pick. As he transitions to Charlotte, Sexton aims to contribute significantly alongside established players, potentially boosting his stats and value as he approaches free agency next summer.