Jusuf Nurkic, Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic

Jusuf Nurkic believes the Magic are ‘missing’ one key player to improve their lineup
Jusuf Nurkic believes the Magic are 'missing' one key player to improve their lineup. He was referring to Anfernee Simons.
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.
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.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Solid performance Wednesday
Nurkic got the starting nod, playing his first game as a member of the Hornets. Despite being on a minutes restriction, Nurkic managed to flirt with a double-double, while also chipping in across the board. His long-term role remains up in the air but for now, he should be able to see the court on most nights.
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.
The Charlotte Hornets' trade for Jusuf Nurkic is still pending
In wake of the Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Lakers deal surrounding Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht being rescinded over the weekend, it may not be the onl
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Starting in team debut
With the Hornets missing Mark Williams and Moussa Diabate (eye) on Wednesday, Nurkic will draw the start at center while operating with a minutes restriction in his team debut. Nurkic averaged 9.5 rebounds, 8.8 points, 1.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks in 24.3 minutes over 23 games as a starter with the Suns this season.
Suns trade Jusuf Nurkic to Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic
The Suns have agreed to trade center Jusuf Nurkic to the Hornets, ESPN's Shams Charania reported on Thursday ahead of the 1 p.m. deadline.
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.
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.
Jusuf Nurkic gets starting nod in his Charlotte Hornets debut
As reported by the team last night, the Hornets will indeed be without starting point guard LaMelo Ball (ankle), and Mark ...
Jusuf Nurkic subtly suggests Anfernee Simons trade for Magic
Jusuf Nurkic suggested an Anfernee Simons trade for the Magic as Orlando looks to continue building a contending team.
Phoenix Suns trading 7-footer Jusuf Nurkic after short-lived run
Last month, the Suns traded Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to Charlotte for 7-footer Nick Richards, who was a ...
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.
As a Human Being, Want To Feel Respected: Jusuf Nurkic Criticices Kevin Durant And The Suns
Jusuf Nurkic participated in his inaugural game for the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday versus the Orlando Magic. This signified his first appearance since January 7 when he was benched by the Phoenix ...