The Charlotte Hornets have made a perplexing decision by opting not to tender a qualifying offer to guard Tre Mann, thus making him an unrestricted free agent. This move comes on the heels of acquiring Collin Sexton, which seems to further muddy the Hornets' backcourt strategy. Mann, who had shown promising potential with his 14.1 points per game last season on 40% shooting from three in a limited role, is now free to explore other opportunities, raising questions about the team's long-term vision.

For a franchise that struggles with scoring consistency, letting go of a young player like Mann, who is just 23 years old, could prove detrimental. The decision could stem from financial considerations, as the Hornets are committed to significant salaries for LaMelo Ball and others. While there might be a logic behind the redundancy with Sexton, losing Mann for nothing leaves the team vulnerable as contenders in the highly competitive NBA landscape.