TRADED AGAIN? Buddy Hield-Rob Dillingham trade shows what's WRONG in NBA Today

On today’s Locked On NBA Game Night we discuss Buddy Hield, Chicago Bulls, Charlotte Hornets, Rob Dillingham, LaMelo Ball, NBA trade exceptions, cap management, and second contract NBA players. Ryan Blackburn & Andy Kamenetzky break down the Buddy Hield trade from the Charlotte Hornets to the Chicago Bulls, analyzing how the move exemplifies the NBA’s growing focus on trade exceptions and financial maneuvering. The hosts spotlight Rob Dillingham’s journey as an example of young NBA talent getting shuffled between organizations and what it means for player development. They examine the Hornets’ long-term direction after moving on from LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges, weighing the cultural and strategic shifts within the franchise. Chicago’s motivation for adding Buddy Hield’s shooting is discussed, along with realistic expectations for the Bulls’ competitiveness. The conversation expands to a broader look at “second contract guys” across the league, highlighting players like Zacharrie Risacher who could break out on new teams if given the right opportunity. Throughout, Blackburn and Kamenetzky dissect how NBA teams’ financial strategies are impacting roster decisions and the unfolding storylines for emerging players. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts... Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Follow the Locked On Podcast Network Twitter 📲   / lockedonnetwork   TikTok 📲   / lockedonsports   Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! | Offers: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/offers/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Cozy Earth Head to https://cozyearth.com and use my code LOCKEDON for an exclusive 20%. Wayfair Patio season is here and these deals won’t last! Head to https://wayfair.com right now to get your outdoor space ready for way less. Wayfair. Every style. Every home. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. Square Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at https://square.com/go/NBA ! #squarepod FanDuel This season, FanDuel is making the excitement go beyond what happens on the field with the all-new FanDuel Rewards Club, featuring exclusive offers, surprises, and more. Every week, check the FanDuel app to see what’s waiting for you or visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) 0:00 Buddy Hield Trade / Hornets - Bulls Impact 13:37 Second Contract Guys 27:01 Teams to Believe In or Not? #NBA #Basketball #Podcast #NBAPodcast #Sports #SportsPodcast