We’re still in the beginning stages of the Charlotte Hornets' offseason preparations, and there are plenty of plots and subplots to follow during July’s free agent push. The Hornets are looking to add some pieces to strengthen their team, but signing the wrong player or two could send them in the wrong direction. Here are three free agents they should avoid:
J.J. Barea
Barea is a backup point guard the Hornets are looking at if they can't re-sign Mo Williams, but he also needs the ball in his hands a ton to make a real impact on the court. Add in the fact that he's one of the smallest players in the league, and there simply wouldn't be enough room for him to have the kind of impact you'd be paying him to have.
Derrick Williams
Williams hasn't lived up to being the No. 2 pick in the draft in 2011, due to his lack of overall skill, but several teams are intrigued by his athleticism and energy. Charlotte has been looking for help at the stretch for, and think Williams may be a good backup option. He averaged 8.3 points and 2.7 rebounds per game for Sacramento last season in a bench role, but there's a reason Williams hasn't had a successful career - and the Hornets would be smart not to spend what little cap space they have on him.
Tayshaun Prince
Charlotte is looking to add more wing depth, but the 35-year-old has limited athleticism that would keep him from making a real impact on both ends of the floor. As a result, Prince likely wouldn't see much playing time or be effective when he was on the court.
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