REPORT: VJ Edgecombe LOCKED at 4 to the Charlotte Hornets | Is Cedric Coward a Better Option?

Kevin O’Connor’s latest mock has VJ Edgecombe headed to Charlotte at pick #4—but is that really a done deal? Walker, Doug, and special guest Nata Edwards dive deep into the draft rumor mill, debate whether Edgecombe is the right pick, and discuss the possibility of a draft-day curveball involving Trey Johnson, Ace Bailey, or even a surprise trade-down for extra assets. Plus, they break down Cedric Coward’s meteoric rise and whether his limited tape is worth the gamble in the lottery.

That’s just the beginning—because it’s also time for the first round of the $20M Unrestricted Free Agent Draft! Doug and Walker build five-man teams using only players whose last AAV falls under the $20M mark. Who grabs the value gem? Who overpays? And which of these names should actually be on Charlotte’s radar this summer?

📌 In this episode:

Is VJ Edgecombe really a LOCK at #4?

Draft debate: Trey Johnson, Ace Bailey, or trade down?

Cedric Coward: real deal or too risky?

$20M Unrestricted Free Agent Draft: sleeper picks + strategy

Who the Hornets should target in free agency

🧰 Mentioned in this episode:

Kevin O’Connor mock draft (Yahoo Sports)

VJ Edgecombe, Cedric Coward, Tre Johnson, Ace Bailey

Free agents: Nickeil Alexander-Walker, Paul Reed, Ty Jerome, Tre Jones

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