Jason Maxiell will sign with the Hornets on Friday, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

Maxiell will sign with the Hornets on Friday, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

Analysis:

Maxiell's deal won't be guaranteed, but he'll have a chance to play his way into the Hornets' 15th and final roster spot during the preseason. The undersized forward spent last season with the Magic, appearing in 34 games and making 13 starts before being waived in July. Maxiell is an excellent rebounder for his size but doesn't offer much offensively outside of the paint.