The Charlotte Hornets find themselves in a precarious position at the center position after recent trades have left them with a noticeable gap. With Mark Williams now a Los Angeles Laker and Nick Richards joining the Phoenix Suns, the Hornets are left with Moussa Diabate, who lacks significant size. As the trade deadline looms, the team must act fast to address this void.

Onyeka Okongwu of the Atlanta Hawks presents an ideal target. At 24 years old, he’s performing exceptionally and provides a potential long-term solution, fitting in well alongside young stars LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. A trade package including Josh Green and three second-round picks could entice the Hawks, who may prefer to offload Clint Capela instead. This move would not replace the height Williams brought but would enhance the frontcourt depth substantially, a necessary step for the Hornets as they navigate the remainder of the season.