Nicolas Batum doesn’t have quite the same amount of support from Buzz City as he did coming off his spectacular first season for the Charlotte Hornets. After re-signing on a five-year, $120 million contract, expectations were high; said expectations were obviously not met.
After a tumultuous two seasons to follow, Batum’s contract has looked worse and worse, leading some to speculate over potential trade destinations. It appears the Hornets finally have some interest for the Frenchmen, with the Houston Rockets looking for additional two-way players:
Brian Windhorst on ESPN regarding potential Rockets moves beyond Carmelo Anthony: “They are active in the trade market.