Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee benched forward Naz Reid at halftime of the team's preseason game against the Brooklyn Nets on October 6, 2026, citing a failure to meet team standards. The decision came during the first half of the NBA preseason matchup at Charlotte's Spectrum Center.
Lee, in his first season as Hornets head coach, made the move to send a message about accountability. Reid, a veteran forward, had started the game but did not return for the second half. The Hornets did not disclose specific details about which standards Reid failed to meet.
The preseason contest was part of Charlotte's preparation for the 2026-27 NBA regular season. The Associated Press reported the benching on October 29, 2026.
