Hornets star Brandon Miller unsigned as extension deadline nears
The gist
Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller has yet to sign an extension, with a deadline of Oct.
A deal could reportedly top $200 million over five years.
How it unfolded
- Oct 12, 2026Reports say Miller is still projected to get an extension that could exceed $200 million over five years, per Marc Stein and Jake Fischer of the Stein Line.
- Oct 13, 2026Miller has yet to agree to an extension despite reports a deal is expected; teams have until Oct. 19 at 6 p.m. ET to sign 2023 first-round picks, after which he would become a restricted free agent next summer.
- Oct 14, 2026Stein and Fischer report Miller's contract could exceed five years and $200 million, and note he is entering the final year of his rookie deal.