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Hornets CUT Spencer Dinwiddie! | Why These Backend Roster Moves Are IMPORTANT for Winning This Season
The roster is finally set. The Hornets made their final cut ahead of the October 22nd season opener, and in a somewhat surprising move, they waived veteran guard Spencer Dinwiddie. The battle for that last spot was always between Dinwiddie and Pat Connaughton, and we’ll look at why keeping Connaughton’s $9 million contract makes sense for future trades. This decision also serves as a vote of confidence in the team's existing backcourt, particularly Tre Mann, whose hip injury doesn't seem to be a long-term concern, and two-way player KJ Simpson.More importantly, this move signals a shift in…
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