NBA Trade Deadline: Thunder Acquire Gordon Hayward

Former All-Star Joins Oklahoma City

3-Player Deal Nets Thunder Veteran Forward

The Oklahoma City Thunder made a significant trade just hours before the NBA's deadline, sending Tre Mann, Vasilije Micic, and Davis Bertans to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for veteran forward Gordon Hayward.

Hayward, a two-time All-Star, provides the Thunder with a much-needed boost in experience and leadership. The 33-year-old small forward has averaged 19.8 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game over his career.

The Thunder are hoping that Hayward can help them make a playoff push in the second half of the season. The team currently sits at 25-23, ninth in the Western Conference.

The Hornets, meanwhile, are reportedly clearing salary cap space for a potential trade for Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis.