A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press that the Memphis Grizzlies are sending swingman Courtney Lee to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for P.J. Hairston. The Grizzlies will also receive Chris Andersen from the Miami Heat, who will get guard Brian Roberts from Charlotte in the three-team deal.
The teams reached agreement on the trade on Tuesday, two days before the NBA's trade deadline. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the deal has not been announced.
Lee gives the Hornets added a proven shooter in Lee who can also help their perimeter defense.