Cut by Hornets

The Hornets waived Connaughton on Friday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

October 16, 2026

Team option exercised

Charlotte exercised Connaughton's $3.8 million team option Monday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

June 29, 2026

Grabs three boards Friday

Connaughton produced two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in six minutes during Friday's 121-90 Play-In Game loss to Orlando.

April 18, 2026