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Phoenix Suns acquire Miles Bridges from Hornets

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Phoenix, Arizona — The Phoenix Suns have officially acquired forward Miles Bridges from the Charlotte Hornets in a multi-team trade finalized on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. The Suns receive the 28-year-old Bridges along with a 2029 first-round pick and a 2027 second-round pick. Charlotte’s return package includes Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale and Phoenix’s unprotected 2033 first-round selection. The deal followed weeks of delay tied to a six-month trade restriction on Mouhamadou Gueye, which affected several other teams, including the Minnesota Timberwolves, Brooklyn Nets and Chicago Bulls. League paperwork is now complete and the transaction is formally registered with the NBA.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Early 2026 Trade talks involving Bridges intensify
Six months prior Gueye restriction takes effect
Recent weeks Multi-team framework faces delays
Last week Teams finalize trade parameters
July 14, 2026 NBA approves completed transaction
July 14, 2026 Suns obtain Bridges and draft picks
July 14, 2026 Hornets secure players, future first

Why This Matters to You

If you're a Suns fan, this is big. Bridges brings a strong game to Phoenix. Plus, the Suns now have extra draft picks. For Hornets fans, Allen and O’Neale could shake things up. And that future first-round pick? It could be a game-changer.

The Bottom Line

The Suns-Hornets trade has finally happened. After delays and league paperwork, Bridges is officially a Sun. Both teams have new potential to explore. Keep an eye on the court to see how this plays out. Worth forwarding if you know a basketball fan.