Dorian Finney-Smith left in limbo after second trade of summer

The Charlotte Hornets have traded forward Dorian Finney-Smith to the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Buddy Hield and Ryan Nembhard. The move marks the second trade of the summer for Finney-Smith, who was previously dealt by the Houston Rockets alongside three second-round picks to create salary space for extensions.

Finney-Smith is currently on a four-year, $52.7 million contract, though only the first two seasons are fully guaranteed. Atlanta's crowded forward rotation, which includes Aaron Wiggins, Lu Dort, and Jalen Johnson, leaves Finney-Smith's future role and roster spot uncertain under NBA luxury tax rules.