Jusuf Nurkic, Orlando Magic and the Hornets

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.
Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic's playing status vs. Magic gets pivotal update
Jusuf Nurkic will soon be making his debut for the Hornets after being dealt away by the Suns at the trade deadline.
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.
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.
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.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Playing Wednesday vs. Magic
Nurkic (recently traded) will operate under a minutes restriction in his Hornets debut Wednesday against the Magic, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports. Nurkic was not on the injury report for Monday's loss to the Nets but ended up being a healthy scratch.
Suns Trade Jusuf Nurkic, First-Round Pick to Hornets For Cody Martin
The Phoenix Suns are trading center Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic, and a 2026 second-round pick. ESPN's Shams Charania shared via X.
Former Suns Center Making Hornets Debut Tonight
Any doubt that last week's trade between the Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets would be rescinded due to a medical issue is now put to rest. Former Suns starting center Jusuf Nurkic is officially set to make his debut in Charlotte tonight after Hornets sources voiced concern that Cody Martin's physical could fail - just days after the Los Angeles Lakers backed out on another trade with Charlotte featuring Mark Williams due to a similar concern.
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 ...
Charlotte Hornets land Jusuf Nurkic, 2026 first-round pick in deal for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic
The Phoenix Suns are trading Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije ...
Hornets activity at NBA trade deadline gives insight into franchise’s immediate path
Although Charlotte isn’t yet mathematically eliminated from postseason contention, NBA’s longest current playoff drought is ...
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Jusuf Nurkic’s immediate reaction to Hornets-Suns trade
As the result of an unsuccessful tenure, the Phoenix Suns dealt Nurkic to the Hornets at the 2025 NBA trade deadline. Reacting to the trade, Nurkic tweeted a trio of emojis: two honeybees and ...
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Cavs add Hunter, Nurkic to Hornets at NBA trade deadline
Cleveland added forward De'Andre Hunter and Phoenix traded Bosnian big man Jusuf Nurkic to Charlotte, according to multiple ...
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NBA trade deadline grades: Ranking the best and worst moves in 2025, from Luka Doncic to Brandon Ingram
TSN's Steph Noh ranks every deal from the 2025 NBA trade deadline. Which teams thrived and which teams struggled?