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Hornets waive two guards

The Hornets have waived Jarkel Joiner and Latrell Wrightsell, the team announced Saturday, bringing their roster within the regular-season limit. Charlotte now has 15 players on guaranteed standard contracts and three on two-way deals.

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 8:56 PM
Hornets waive two guards
Key Things to Know
  • The Charlotte Hornets have waived guards Jarkel Joiner and Latrell Wrightsell to meet roster limits.
  • Charlotte's roster now stands at 15 guaranteed standard contracts and three two-way deals.
  • Both players were on Exhibit 10 deals and are expected to play for the Greensboro Swarm.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Charlotte Hornets announced Saturday that they have waived guards Jarkel Joiner and Latrell Wrightsell. The moves bring Charlotte's roster within the regular-season limit ahead of Monday's deadline, leaving the team with 15 guaranteed standard contracts and three two-way deals.

Both players were signed to Exhibit 10 contracts and are expected to join the Hornets' G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm. Joiner played in four preseason games, while Wrightsell did not feature after finalizing his deal earlier in the week.

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