As the NBA training camp draws near, the Charlotte Hornets are actively adjusting their roster, making significant moves in preparation for the upcoming season. With less than four weeks until camp opens, the Hornets have been busy filling their training camp roster, which can accommodate up to 21 players.
Recently, the Hornets added Josiah Allick to their roster, but shortly after, they waived him, allowing him to earn a $91,000 bonus if he spends 60 days with the Greensboro Swarm, the team’s G-League affiliate. This strategy of signing players to Exhibit 10 contracts is common for teams looking to bolster their minor league rosters while maintaining flexibility at the NBA level.
In a further roster move, the Hornets announced the signing of Kobe Stewart to an Exhibit 10 deal. Stewart, a 6-foot-7 wing, has experience with G-League teams such as the Austin Spurs and Memphis Hustle. Last season, he showcased his potential during the Summer League with the Milwaukee Bucks, averaging 4.8 points and 2.5 rebounds while shooting impressively from the field at 64.2% and 42.9% from beyond the arc. His defensive skills and high energy make him a valuable addition as the Hornets look to develop talent for their G-League squad.
Meanwhile, the Hornets waived Jarkel Joiner, who had also signed an Exhibit 10 contract. Joiner is known for his scoring ability and has spent time with the College Park Skyhawks and Raptors 905. However, he is expected to play for the Swarm, pending a trade for his G-League rights from the Raptors 905.
In Brooklyn, the Nets have made headlines by signing Grant Nelson to a two-way contract. The 24-year-old, standing at 7 feet tall, previously impressed during a 10-day contract with the Nets at the end of last season. Nelson, who went undrafted out of Arizona in 2025, spent most of the year with the Long Island Nets. His mobility and ability to stretch the floor make him a promising prospect, and he averaged 4.5 points and 1.3 blocks in limited playing time last season.
Nelson joins Chaney Johnson and Tyler Bilodeau on minor league deals, indicating that he may spend considerable time with Long Island while also providing depth for the Nets. The team currently has 15 players on standard contracts, which adds to the competition for roster spots as the season approaches.
In another notable development, Kevin Love may be contemplating a return to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team that drafted him in 2008. Reports suggest that Love is open to rejoining the Timberwolves, who have shown interest in bringing him back. Love, now 37, has had a part-time role over the last three seasons but remains a respected veteran known for his leadership and ability to shoot from the perimeter.
Last season, Love played for the Utah Jazz, averaging 6.7 points and 5.8 rebounds in 37 appearances. The Timberwolves have undergone significant roster changes this offseason, acquiring new talent including LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga. With an open spot on their roster and a need for additional frontcourt depth, Love's return could provide both experience and a sentimental story for the franchise.
As the NBA season approaches, these roster moves highlight the strategic maneuvers teams are making to optimize their lineups and prepare for the challenges ahead.
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