The Charlotte Hornets (7-27) are taking a quick stop at home on Tuesday to take on the Phoenix Suns (16-18) before heading out on a five-game road trip. Charlot

LaMelo Ball led the way for the Charlotte Hornets as they returned to the win column with a 115-104 victory over the Phoenix Suns.

Devin Booker had game-highs 39 points and 10 assists with six rebounds and Kevin Durant put up 26 points but the Phoenix Suns lost to the Charlotte Hornets, 115-104, on Tuesday to conclude a three-game road trip.

A team like the Charlotte Hornets loom large over the next month as they await to help facilitate other trades for future draft capital.

The Charlotte Hornets (8-27), currently struggling to find their footing this season, might be looking to shake things up at the trade deadline next month. Charlotte could explore selling at the trade deadline if it can acquire an asset that enhances the team's long-term prospects.

The Golden State Warriors could be looking to participate in a four-team trade with the Oklahoma City Thunder, Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards.