Jusuf Nurkić, The Hornets and Orlando Magic

New Hornets center Jusuf Nurkić excited to play with young core
Despite the Charlotte Hornets' struggling 13-39 record, newly acquired center Jusuf Nurkić remains optimistic about the team's future. The Hornets, who currentl
Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic’s playing status vs. Magic gets pivotal update
The Charlotte Hornets were one of the most active teams leading up to the trade deadline. One of the moves they pulled off was to facilitate a salary dump for Jusuf Nurkic from the Phoenix Suns, acquiring a 2026 first-round pick in the process.
Jusuf Nurkic on Orlando Magic: “They’re Missing One Player” to Contend
Jusuf Nurkic praised the Orlando Magic's progress but hinted they're missing one key player. Fans speculated he was referring to Anfernee Simons from Portland, a dynamic guard who could elevate the team's performance.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Now listed as out
Nurkic wasn't listed on Charlotte's injury report but has been ruled out via the NBA's official report with a trade pending designation. With Mark Williams (trade rescinded) and Nurkic unavailable, Taj Gibson will be the primary backup to Moussa Diabate on Sunday.
Jusuf Nurkic to make Hornets debut vs. Nets following Suns trade
Jusuf Nurkic will make his Hornets debut on Monday vs. the Nets after joining the team in a deadline trade from the Suns.
Suns trade Jusuf Nurkic to Charlotte
The Phoenix Suns are trading Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick, sources tell
Suns trade center Jusuf Nurkic to Hornets for Cody Martin
The Suns traded Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick.
Suns-Hornets Trade Grades: Jusuf Nurkic Shipped To Charlotte
The Phoenix Suns are trading Jusuf Nurkic and a first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets. Here's how we graded the move.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Solid performance Wednesday
Solid performance Wednesday
Jusuf Nurkic gets starting nod in his Charlotte Hornets debut
As reported by the team last night, the Hornets will indeed be without starting point guard LaMelo Ball (ankle), and Mark Williams remains unavailable while the team disputes the
Hornets' Nurkic Makes Upfront Trade Suggestion for Magic's Outlook
The subtle suggestion involves a former teammate of Nurkic and an Orlando native that checks many of the Magic's boxes.
What’s up with Jusuf Nurkic? Hornets coach gives update on Charlotte’s acquisition
Mark Williams still hasn’t rejoined the Hornets, and Jusuf Nurkic didn’t play in Monday night’s loss to Brooklyn Nets.
Hornets get Jusuf Nurkic and 1st-round pick from Suns for Cody Martin and Vasa Micic, AP source says
A person familiar with the situation says the Charlotte Hornets have acquired center Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick ...
Phoenix Suns trading 7-footer Jusuf Nurkic after short-lived run
Last month, the Suns traded Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to Charlotte for 7-footer Nick Richards, who was a ...