The Charlotte Hornets and the NBA are supporting a bond rule that prevents Terry Rozier from returning to the league. ## What happened?
Terry Rozier is seeking to remove a bond condition that blocks his path to playing again in the NBA. Judge LaShann DeArcy Hall is considering the request and has asked the NBA and Hornets for their input.
The NBA argued that Rozier would be in a position to interact with potential witnesses if he were allowed back into the league. Rozier was given a no-contact list as part of his release on bond, which includes the Hornets organization and former and current coaches and staff members.
Why it matters for Charlotte Hornets
The Hornets remain on the no-contact list because numerous personnel on the 2023 team are considered witnesses to the March 23, 2023 game in which Rozier allegedly exited early to fulfill prop bets. The team's last result was a 102-112 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks on 2025-02-06.
What comes next?
Rozier's attorney, James Trusty, claimed that the NBA has "ghost-written a parade of horribles" to suggest that allowing Rozier to play would lead to obstruction of justice. Trusty also stated that the NBA and Heat "have 26 million reasons to try to use bond conditions as a disqualification for Terry Rozier from playing basketball." The ruling on Rozier's request has not been issued yet.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Last result | Charlotte Hornets 102-112 Milwaukee Bucks (2025-02-06) |
| Salary forfeited | $26.6 million |
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The case is ongoing, with no decision yet from Judge Hall. And the NBA and Hornets are watching closely, as the outcome could have significant implications for the league. But for now, Rozier remains sidelined, unable to play due to the bond condition. So the wait continues, with all parties awaiting the judge's ruling. The Charlotte Hornets and the NBA will be closely monitoring the situation, as it unfolds.