Sign and trade idea sees Hornets acquire rival Eastern Conference center

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Although the Charlotte Hornets traded for Coby White with the intention of re-signing him, insiders around the NBA have labeled White as "gettable" by other pursuers. For this reason, Charlotte could be forced to settle for a sign-and-trade deal involving White.

While many have floated the idea of a Nic Claxton sign-and-trade with the Brooklyn Nets, the Hornets could be after another Eastern Conference big man. According to Marc Stein, Detroit Pistons big man Isaiah Stewart is "bracing" for a trade this summer. While Charlotte has yet to be linked to Stewart, the Pistons are among the teams interested in White. With two years and $30 million remaining on his contract, Stewart could be a cost-effective enforcer for a Hornets team looking to add strength inside.

This article originally appeared on Rookie Wire: Sign and trade idea sees Hornets acquire rival center for Coby White

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