Jones announces on social media he wants to be traded

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CHARLOTTE (AP) – Kai Jones apparently wants out of Charlotte.

Jones, the Hornets’ 19th overall pick out of Texas in 2021, announced on X, formerly known Twitter, that he has officially requested a trade from the organisation. The Hornets have declined to comment on the matter.

The Hornets announced last week that the six-foot-11 forward/centre would not join the team for training camp following some bizarre behaviour on social media, including a mostly indecipherable video on Instagram Live and other criticism of teammates on X.

“Kai Jones will not participate in training camp due to personal reasons,” the Hornets’ statement read. “There is currently not a timetable for his return to the team. Out of respect for the personal nature of the situation, the Hornets will not have any additional public comment regarding the matter at this time.”

Kai Jones. PHOTO: AP