Julius Randle offers Charlotte a rugged interior presence and a scoring punch in the frontcourt. This season, Randle is averaging 19.3 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 4.5 assists, and while his impact hasn't really been there for the Timberwolves, he remains a high-volume option who can take pressure off Ball and Miller.

His physicality and ability to stretch the floor make him a solid fit next to Mark Williams (if he can stay healthy with only 16 appearances this season), giving the Hornets an intriguing inside-out dynamic. Minnesota, on the other hand, could look to move on from Randle if his fit alongside Rudy Gobert continues to be clunky. In return, they get Grant Williams and Josh Green, both of whom bring defensive versatility and three-point shooting. Williams is a plug-and-play forward averaging 10.4 points and shooting 36.5% from deep, while Green adds athleticism and youth. Two first-round picks, including Dallas’s 2027 selection, provide long-term value for the Timberwolves.

For the Hornets, Randle offers a proven veteran presence and a go-to scorer in clutch situations. While his inconsistency and defensive lapses can be frustrating, his ability to dominate in stretches gives the Hornets another weapon to complement Ball’s playmaking. It’s not a perfect fit, but for a team in desperate need of star power, Randle could be the type of high-risk, high-reward move Charlotte needs to make.