The Charlotte Hornets added some point guard depth at the NBA trade deadline Thursday, acquiring Brad Wanamaker from the Golden State Warriors.
The Hornets are essentially absorbing Wanamaker’s $2.25 million salary into what was about $4 million in salary-cap space. The Hornets have an open roster spot, so there is no need to release another player to add Wanamaker. The Hornets are technically giving up one or two two second-round picks, but terms of the deal mean it’s highly unlikely either of those picks is ever conveyed to the Warriors.
Wanamaker signed a one-year contract with Golden State, so the Hornets have no obligation to him beyond this season.