Nicolas Batum: Acquired By Hornets

Batum was dealt to the Hornets on Wednesday in exchange for Gerald Henderson and Noah Vonleh, the Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis:

Batum started 428 of 481 games in which he played across seven season with the Blazers, developing into an across-the-board threat. However, his production suffered last season due injuries, namely a right knee contusion, torn ligament in his right wrist, and lower back pain. Overall, he logged time in 71 contests, averaging 9.4 points (on 40 percent shooting), 5.9 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.4 three-pointers, and 1.1 steals in 34 minutes per contest. Expect Batum to fill one of the wing positions next to Michael Kidd-Gilchrist upon joining the Hornets.