While Brandon Ingram's uncertain future with the New Orleans Pelicans has led to plenty of trade speculation as he enters the final season of his contract,

The Charlotte Hornets have typically been an organization that builds through the draft and signs veterans past their prime to complement the overall youth of the roster. Very rarely do they pursue a blockbuster trade or a big fish in free agency.

Throughout the week the Pelicans spent in Nashville for training camp, there was a constant buzz among people in the organization surrounding Brandon Ingram’s phenomenal play in practice sessions.