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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges turns in 22/8/7 line vs. Chicago
Fri, Nov 28, 2025, 6:27 PM
Miles Bridges stuffed the stat sheet with 22 points (8-of-17 FGs), eight rebounds, seven assists, two blocks and one three-pointer on Friday against the Bulls.
Analysis: Bridges had one of his better statistical performances of the season in this one. He matched his season high for assists and approached triple-double territory. Bridges is currently averaging career highs in both points and three-pointers, and the volume of triples has helped to offset the worst field goal percentage of his career. That wasn't an issue in this game, which resulted in one of his best games of the year. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton tallies 21/4/3/1/2 line off bench
Fri, Nov 28, 2025, 6:22 PM
Collin Sexton provided a boost off the bench with 21 points (8-of-15 FGs), four rebounds, three assists, one steal, two blocks and one three-pointer on Friday against the Bulls.
Analysis: Sexton has been at his best this season as part of the starting lineup, but he was able to reach 20 points as a reserve for the first time this season in this one. He has been an excellent addition for Charlotte and has been a consistent source of offense when given the opportunity. Still, Sexton's best games will continue to come when he is able to start, so don't expect nights like this often. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller drops season-best 27 points
Fri, Nov 28, 2025, 6:19 PM
Brandon Miller led the Hornets with 27 points (10-of-19 FGs), five rebounds, one assist, three blocks and five three-pointers in a 123-116 win over the Bulls on Friday.
Analysis: This was only Miller's fifth appearance this season, but he has been fantastic when he has suited up this year. This game featured new season-highs for minutes, points, blocks and three-pointers and resulted in Charlotte's fifth win of the season. Miller's injuries over the last two seasons have been frustrating, but if he can stay on the floor moving forward, he will be worth the wait. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) out Friday vs. Chicago
Thu, Nov 27, 2025, 11:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pat Connaughton (calf) is out for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Connaughton injured his calf during the Hornets' November 22 loss to the Clippers and has not played since, missing the last two games. Friday's game will be the third on the shelf for Connaughton, but it will not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges scores 17 points vs. New York
Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 3:36 PM
Miles Bridges accumulated 17 points (6-of-14 FGs, 2-of-5 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and three three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: Bridges had a rough night at the foul line, and he did not record any defensive stats, either. Despite limited defensive production, the veteran forward is still providing top-50 value in nine-cat formats. As long as Bridges avoids a late-season shutdown, he should remain a reliable option for managers needing scoring at the forward positions. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller leads Hornets with 18 points
Wed, Nov 26, 2025, 3:36 PM
Brandon Miller tallied 18 points (5-of-12 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), four rebounds, three assists, two steals and four three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks.
Analysis: Miller led the way for the Hornets, shooting 4-of-9 from beyond the arc. The nature of Wednesday's game, which the Knicks won 129-101, meant he got some extra time on the bench, with the Hornets already eliminated from the NBA Cup. However, his 28 minutes were two more than his total in Saturday's loss to the Clippers. Miller can be a valuable fantasy option when playing without restrictions, so fantasy managers must be patient as he works to improve his conditioning. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) available Wednesday vs. NYK
Tue, Nov 25, 2025, 11:18 AM
Rod Boone
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Ball is back after sitting out Sunday's loss to the Hawks, Charlotte's second game in as many nights. Collin Sexton will head to the bench, where the already-low fantasy value decreases a bit more. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) off injury report
Tue, Nov 25, 2025, 11:15 AM
Rod Boone
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is not on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Miller did not play in Sunday's loss to the Hawks, as Charlotte was playing its second game in as many nights. His return means Sion James will head back to the bench, with the rookie already providing minimal fantasy value. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton drops 22 points in spot start
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 2:36 PM
Collin Sexton finished Sunday's loss to the Hawks with 22 points (8-of-16 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), four assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: With LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder) unavailable, Sexton was one of the replacements in the Hornets' starting lineup. The final stat line was solid, but the veteran guard did not offer much value beyond the points and assists. By now, experienced fantasy managers have a clear understanding of what they're getting when they roster Sexton. The Hornets' three-game Week 6 includes a back-to-back, so there may be another opportunity for Sexton to start in the near future. Sion James started in place of Miller, and the rookie finished with seven points, six rebounds, three assists and one three-pointer. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges posts 21/5/5/1/1 line vs. Atlanta
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 2:36 PM
Miles Bridges tallied 21 points (8-of-20 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Sunday's loss to the Hawks.
Analysis: While Bridges did record a complete stat line in Atlanta, it had the potential to be even better. The Hornets forward shot 1-of-8 from beyond the arc. Since going on a run of six straight games with at least two three-pointers, Bridges went 1-of-10 in losses to the Clippers and Hawks. However, he's still averaging a career-high 2.9 three-pointers per game, which is one reason Bridges has been a third-round player in nine-cat formats. The Hornets play three games during Week 6, starting with the Knicks on Wednesday. |
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Mason Plumlee CHA starts Sexton, James, Knueppel, Bridges, Mason
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 11:39 AM
NBA Lineups
Collin Sexton, Sion James, Kon Knueppel, Miles Bridges and Mason Plumlee will start Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: The Hornets are down three starters for Sunday's game, as LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Ryan Kalkbrenner have been ruled out. Sexton, James and Plumlee move into the starting lineup, with the latter making his first start of the season. That's surprising, but Moussa Diabaté may still play more minutes despite coming off the bench. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) available Sunday vs. Atlanta
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 10:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tre Mann (ankle) is available for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Mann has been upgraded from probable to available, which will help the Hornets account for the absences of LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. Mann offers limited fantasy value, so the expanded role does not make him a must-stream in this spot. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) out Sunday vs. Atlanta
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 7:54 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Pat Connaughton (calf) is out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Connaughton was injured during Saturday's loss to the Clippers. With the Hawks announcing that he suffered a calf strain, the veteran guard may be looking at an extended absence. Connaughton's absence does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) probable Sunday vs. Atlanta
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 7:36 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (ankle) is probable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Mann did not play in Saturday's loss to the Clippers, which factored into Liam McNeeley playing 18 minutes off the bench. With LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller out, there will be ample room for Mann and McNeeley in the Hornets' rotation. However, neither qualifies as a must-stream player. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) out Sunday vs. Atlanta
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 7:30 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Saturday's appearance against the Clippers was Miller's first since October 25, so it's unsurprising that back-to-backs are off the table for the time being. Sion James will likely return to the starting lineup, but he offers a limited fantasy ceiling. Fellow rookie Liam McNeeley should see his playing time increase as well. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) ruled out Sunday vs. Atlanta
Sun, Nov 23, 2025, 7:25 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Sunday's game is the second in as many nights for the Hornets, so Ball will not play. Collin Sexton will return to the starting lineup, and he is worth rostering in 12-team leagues when given that responsibility. |
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Moussa Diabate Diabaté has six points in 25 minutes Saturday
Sat, Nov 22, 2025, 9:54 AM
Moussa Diabaté had six points (2-of-4 FGs, 2-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds and one assist against the Clippers on Saturday.
Analysis: Diabaté took over for Ryan Kalkbrenner, who left with an ankle injury. The 23-year-old power forward started the second half and played a total of 25 minutes. Diabaté had just six points as the Hornets have no shortage of other scorers, but he's averaging 10.1 points, 8.2 rebounds and 22 minutes this year. If Kalkbrenner were to miss time, Diabaté would certainly be worth rostering in most leagues. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller has 21 points in return vs. LAC
Sat, Nov 22, 2025, 9:49 AM
Brandon Miller had 21 points (8-of-18 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), one rebound, three assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers against the Clippers on Saturday.
Analysis: Miller missed nearly a month of action with a shoulder injury before returning against the Clippers on Saturday. The 23-year-old small forward played 26 minutes in his first game back and that should only increase as he gets further away from the injury. Miller was a little rusty as he went 2-of-10 from three-point range, but still managed to score 21 points. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) won't return Saturday
Sat, Nov 22, 2025, 8:19 AM
Pat Connaughton (calf) won't return to Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Connaughton had no points in six minutes off the bench before leaving with a calf injury. The 32-year-old shooting guard was quickly ruled out for the rest of the game. We'll have another update when more is known about the injury, but Connaughton isn't worth rostering in standard fantasy leagues at this point in his career. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) out Saturday vs. Clippers
Sat, Nov 22, 2025, 6:15 AM
Tre Mann (ankle) is out for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Mann is set to miss his third consecutive game with a sprained left ankle. Drew Peterson had been filling in for him in the Hornets' rotation, but Brandon Miller (shoulder) is set to return against the Clippers on Saturday. Mann will be in line for rotation minutes when he's able, but he isn't worth rostering in standard leagues. |
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