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2026-27, live from the books
Charlotte Hornets cap questions
Do the Charlotte Hornets have cap space in 2026-27?
No. The Hornets are $5.5M over the $165.0M salary cap for 2026-27 on payroll, before free-agent holds.
Are the Charlotte Hornets in the luxury tax in 2026-27?
No. The Hornets are $30.0M below the luxury-tax line for 2026-27.
Are the Charlotte Hornets over the apron in 2026-27?
No. The Hornets are under both aprons for 2026-27, with $38.0M of room before the first.
Do the Charlotte Hornets have the mid-level exception in 2026-27?
Yes. The Hornets can offer the full non-taxpayer mid-level: up to $15.0M starting salary for 2026-27.
Can the Charlotte Hornets sign a max free agent in 2026-27?
Not through free agency. The Hornets have no cap space for 2026-27, and outside free agents can only sign for the max using cap space.
Who are the Charlotte Hornets free agents in 2026-27?
The Hornets have 6 free agents carrying cap holds for 2026-27, led by Malaki Branham, Xavier Tillman, Antonio Reeves.
What draft picks do the Charlotte Hornets have?
The Hornets control 14 first-round and 18 second-round picks through the 2033 draft, with 3 tied up in swap rights.
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