The Charlotte Hornets have decided to exercise the third-year team option on guard Nick Smith Jr., keeping the 20-year-old under contract for the 2025-26 season.
The option is valued at $2.71 million, and according to league sources cited by NBA insider Michael Scotto, the decision reflects Charlotte’s confidence in Smith’s potential. Known for his perimeter shooting, Smith led all rookies last season with a 43.2% shooting percentage from beyond the arc.
The Charlotte Hornets plan to exercise Nick Smith Jr’s third-year team option worth $2.71 million for the 2025-26 season, league sources told @hoopshype.
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