Hold up, because Hornets center Naz Reid is putting in some serious work this summer, not just anywhere, but at the elite PLYRS UNTD runs alongside some of the biggest names in the NBA. This isn’t just about staying in shape; this is about a player with huge expectations getting absolutely locked in, soaking up game from the best of the best.
Reid’s Off-Season Workout Crew Is Absolutely Stacked
It’s not every day you see a lineup like this outside of an All-Star game, right? Reid was one of over 20 players grinding it out, and the list is absolutely stacked. We’re talking about heavy hitters like Chet Holmgren, Klay Thompson, Anthony Davis, Trae Young, and even the recent No. 1 overall pick, AJ Dybantsa. This isn’t just a casual shootaround; this is where top-tier talent pushes each other. You gotta wonder what kind of lessons Reid is picking up from guys who’ve been at the absolute pinnacle of the game, learning what it takes to be truly elite. Plus, his own teammate, Sion James, has been spotted on the court with Holmgren earlier this summer. It shows a commitment to getting better, a hunger to elevate their game, and that’s exactly what Charlotte needs from its new core. These are the runs where legacies are built, where the next leaps in skill are forged, and Reid is right in the thick of it all.
From Sixth Man of the Year to Charlotte’s Frontcourt Anchor
And let’s be real, the stakes are high for Reid in Charlotte. He was the main piece heading back to the Hornets in that massive LaMelo Ball trade. When you’re the centerpiece of a deal like that, the spotlight is on you. Fans are looking at Reid to shore up that frontcourt, especially alongside recent No. 14 overall pick Hannes Steinbach. Can he deliver? Well, if his past is any indicator, the man knows how to perform. Last season with the Timberwolves, he wasn’t just collecting dust; he put up solid numbers: 13.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 2.2 assists, a block, and a steal per game. Those are serious contributions, especially for a guy who’s been a bench force.
This isn’t some flash-in-the-pan success, either. For the last three seasons, Reid has consistently been one of the league’s premiere bench players. He’s finished top-five in Sixth Man of the Year voting *three times*, even winning the whole darn award after the 2023-24 season! That’s elite company, proving his impact off the bench is undeniable. Add to that his durability , he’s played 68 or more games every single season except his rookie year , and you’ve got a player who’s ready to contribute night in and night out. Charlotte is clearly banking on that consistent production, and seeing him sweat it out with actual superstars? That’s gotta pump up the faithful.
So yeah, Naz Reid is definitely putting in the work, grinding with the best of the best. With those expectations in Charlotte, and a track record of being a top-tier bench guy who even won Sixth Man of the Year, you gotta feel good about what’s coming. The regular season can’t get here fast enough to see how all this off-season dedication translates to the court. The Hornets are clearly trying to build something, and Reid is right in the thick of it.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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