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Hornets Sign Tosan Evbuomwan to Two-Way Contract
The 24-year-old forward joins Charlotte after stints with several NBA teams and strong G League play.
Feb. 6, 2026 at 4:55pm
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The Charlotte Hornets have signed forward Tosan Evbuomwan to a Two-Way contract. Evbuomwan, a native of Newcastle upon Tyne, England, has 50 games of NBA experience across three seasons with Brooklyn, Detroit, Memphis and New York. He has also played in the G League, most recently averaging 18.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 steals per game for the Maine Celtics and Westchester Knicks this season. Evbuomwan was a standout at Princeton, earning Ivy League Player of the Year and Tournament MVP honors.
Why it matters
The Hornets are looking to bolster their roster with young, versatile talent, and the signing of Evbuomwan provides them with a player who has NBA experience and has shown the ability to produce at the G League level. As the Hornets continue to build towards the future, adding a player like Evbuomwan, who has international experience and a strong college pedigree, could pay dividends.
The details
Evbuomwan, 24, joins the Hornets on a Two-Way contract after spending time with several NBA teams over the past three seasons. He has appeared in 50 NBA games, making 8 starts, and holds career averages of 7.4 points, 3.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game. This season, Evbuomwan has been playing in the G League, where he is averaging 18.4 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.4 steals per game for the Maine Celtics and Westchester Knicks.
- Evbuomwan signed with the Hornets on February 6, 2026.
- He began the 2025-26 season on a Two-Way contract with the Knicks, appearing in 5 games.
- Evbuomwan signed with the Maine Celtics, Boston's G League affiliate, on January 14, 2026.
The players
Tosan Evbuomwan
A 24-year-old forward from Newcastle upon Tyne, England, who has 50 games of NBA experience and has been playing in the G League this season.
Jeff Peterson
The President of Basketball Operations for the Charlotte Hornets.
What they’re saying
“We're excited to add Tosan to our roster. He's a versatile player who has shown the ability to contribute at the NBA level, and we believe he can be a valuable addition to our team as we continue to build towards the future.”
— Jeff Peterson, President of Basketball Operations, Charlotte Hornets
What’s next
Evbuomwan will look to make an immediate impact with the Hornets as he competes for playing time and a more permanent roster spot.
The takeaway
The Hornets' signing of Tosan Evbuomwan is a low-risk, high-upside move as they look to add young, talented players to their roster. Evbuomwan's combination of NBA experience and strong G League production makes him an intriguing prospect who could provide valuable depth and versatility to the Hornets' frontcourt.
