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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) questionable Saturday vs. Detroit
Fri, Dec 19, 2025, 11:14 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tre Mann (knee) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Mann has missed Charlotte's last seven games with a bone bruise in his right knee. If he's available on Saturday, KJ Simpson's minutes are likely to decrease. Already boasting limited streaming value, Simpson would not merit consideration if Mann plays. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (quad) doubtful vs. Detroit
Fri, Dec 19, 2025, 11:13 AM
Charlotte Hornets PR
Collin Sexton (quad) is doubtful to play against the Pistons on Saturday.
Analysis: Sexton is expected to miss a sixth straight game, which means that KJ Simpson will serve as the backup point guard. With LaMelo Ball back, that only yield him 13 minutes, so he won't be worth rostering in any format. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) questionable Saturday
Fri, Dec 19, 2025, 11:11 AM
NBA Injury Report
Pat Connaughton (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Connaughton has not appeared in a game since November 22, but this is the first time the Hornets have not immediately ruled him out. If he can play, the veteran wing is unlikely to get the minutes needed to provide consistent fantasy value. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller has 26/5/7 line in win over Hawks
Thu, Dec 18, 2025, 3:40 PM
Brandon Miller had 26 points (9-of-15 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), five rebounds, seven assists, three steals, one block and four three-pointers against the Hawks on Thursday.
Analysis: Miller was excellent in the win over the Hawks Thursday. The 23-year-old small forward had a full stat line as he recorded three steals and one block in addition to pouring in 26 points, grabbing five rebounds and dishing out seven assists. The Hornets got elite production from their big three of Miller, LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel. Miller in particular had a big night as his 9-of-15 game had his shooting percentage nearly double what he's provided lately. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball has 28 points, eight threes in win
Thu, Dec 18, 2025, 3:31 PM
LaMelo Ball had 28 points (10-of-16 FGs), four rebounds, 13 assists, one steal and eight three-pointers in the Hornets' 133-126 victory over the Hawks on Thursday.
Analysis: Ball returned to the court after missing the last three games with a bone bruise in his left ankle. The 24-year-old point guard ended up having a great game with most of his damage coming in the first half. Ball started the game strong with 21 points, eight assists and seven three-pointers in the first half. He played 29 minutes as he wasn't on a minutes limit Thursday. Ball and the Hornets will have Friday off before Saturday's game against the Pistons. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) available Thursday, will start
Thu, Dec 18, 2025, 12:32 PM
NBA Injury Report
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is available for Thursday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: After missing Charlotte's last three games with a bone bruise in his left ankle, Ball is officially available to play. His minutes will be restricted, so KJ Simpson won't fall out of the rotation entirely. That said, there isn't much to gain from holding onto Simpson if you've been streaming him. Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges and Ryan Kalkbrenner complete the starting lineup. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) expected to play Thursday
Thu, Dec 18, 2025, 8:57 AM
Hornets PR
LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been upgraded to probable for Thursday's matchup with the Hawks.
Analysis: Ball's upgraded status means he'll likely take the court against Atlanta and return from a three-game absence. Ball should reclaim his starting spot, and there's no reason to suspect that he'll face a minutes restriction. KJ Simpson and Sion James will see reduced playing time with Ball's return. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) to remain out Thursday
Wed, Dec 17, 2025, 11:19 AM
Pat Connaughton (calf) is out for Thursday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Connaughton has not appeared in a game since November 22. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the veteran wing is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) ruled out Thursday vs. Atlanta
Wed, Dec 17, 2025, 11:18 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (knee) is out for Thursday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Thursday's game will be the seventh that Mann has missed since being diagnosed with a bone bruise in his right knee. KJ Simpson should remain in the Hornets' rotation in some capacity, with LaMelo Ball's status being the determining factor. If Ball can play, Simpson will head back to the bench. He'll start if Ball has to miss another game with his ankle injury. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (quad) out Thursday vs. Atlanta
Wed, Dec 17, 2025, 11:16 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Collin Sexton (quad) is out for Thursday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Thursday's game will be the fifth that Sexton has missed since straining his left quad. At a minimum, KJ Simpson should serve as the backup point guard if LaMelo Ball (ankle) is available. If Ball can't play, Simpson would remain in the starting lineup. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) questionable Thursday vs. ATL
Wed, Dec 17, 2025, 11:14 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Ball has missed Charlotte's last three games with a bone bruise in his left ankle. With Collin Sexton and Tre Mann also out, the Hornets have turned to KJ Simpson to serve as the starting point guard. Sexton and Mann won't be available on Thursday, so Simpson should remain in the rotation if Ball plays. |
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Brandon Miller Miller explodes for 25 points in OT win over Cavs
Sun, Dec 14, 2025, 12:21 PM
Brandon Miller erupted for 25 points (8-of-23 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 13 rebounds, six assists and one steal over 38 minutes during Sunday's overtime victory over the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Miller, who left the game briefly with what appeared to be a left shoulder issue, had a chance to put Charlotte ahead in the final seconds but wound up missing a seven-footer. He atoned for it moments later by knocking down a game-tying step back three-pointer with five ticks left in regulation. He finished with 23 points in regulation before hitting a pair of free throws in overtime to give the Hornets a lead that they wouldn't relinquish. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) ruled out Sunday vs. Cleveland
Sat, Dec 13, 2025, 11:22 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Mann's absence will hit six games on Sunday. While his injury alone would not affect fantasy basketball, the Hornets are also without LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton. KJ Simpson will continue to start at point guard, while multiple players take on additional playmaking responsibilities, including Kon Knueppel and Miles Bridges. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (quad) to remain out Sunday vs. CLE
Sat, Dec 13, 2025, 11:18 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Collin Sexton (quad) is out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Sexton will miss a fourth straight game as he continues to deal with a strained left quad. With LaMelo Ball and Tre Mann also out, the Hornets have given rookies Sion James and Kon Knueppel more time on the ball as playmakers, with the latter already in the starting lineup. Knueppel can still be found on some 12-team league waiver wires; do not hesitate to add him if he's available. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) to remain out Sunday vs. CLE
Sat, Dec 13, 2025, 11:16 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Sunday's game will be the third that Ball has missed since suffering a bone bruise in his left ankle. KJ Simpson has been the replacement in the starting lineup, but Sion James has also seen more time on the ball despite coming off the bench. Both players offer limited fantasy ceilings, with Simpson being the slightly better option in the short term. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller records 18 points, full stat line
Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 4:12 PM
Brandon Miller finished Friday's loss to the Bulls with 18 points (8-of-22 FGs), five rebounds, four assists, one steal, two blocks and two three-pointers.
Analysis: While Miller did provide a complete stat line on Friday, the field-goal percentage remains an issue. He shot 2-of-8 from beyond the arc against the Bulls and made just under 50 percent of his two-point attempts. For the season, Miller is shooting 36.6 percent from the field, which is why he's ranked outside the top-150 in eight-cat formats. Hopefully, he can turn it around in time, because Miller's fantasy value suffers for that reason. |
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Josh Green Josh Green plays 17 minutes in season debut
Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 3:44 PM
Josh Green finished Friday's loss to the Bulls with two points (1-of-2 FGs), one assist and one steal.
Analysis: Green saw his first action of the season on Friday, so neither the minutes nor the production should be surprising. And his fantasy prospects moving forward don't look all that promising, as Kon Knueppel has established himself as a key building block, and Sion James (14/4/1 with two three-pointers) offers a higher offensive ceiling than Green. While his defensive ability should get him on the floor, there's no need to consider rostering Green in redraft leagues. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges posts 32 points, seven assists
Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 3:43 PM
Miles Bridges amassed 32 points (13-of-20 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), two rebounds, seven assists and four three-pointers in Friday's loss to the Bulls.
Analysis: It's safe to say that Bridges has snapped out of the mini-slump he found himself in after dropping 35 points on the Raptors back on November 29. He finished Friday's defeat with his fifth 30-point game of the season, one shy of his total for the 2024-25 campaign. With LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller having missed extended time due to injury, Bridges has been one of the Hornets' few constants in fantasy basketball this season. The Hornets end Week 8 with a road game against the Cavaliers on Sunday. |
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Moussa Diabate Moussa Diabaté (knee) available Friday vs. CHI
Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 11:18 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Moussa Diabaté (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Initially questionable for Friday's game, Diabaté was upgraded to probable earlier in the day. He's now officially available to play, which will impact the Hornets' center rotation. Mason Plumlee will likely fall out of the rotation entirely, but this does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Moussa Diabate Moussa Diabaté (knee) upgraded to probable Friday
Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 7:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Moussa Diabaté (knee) has been upgraded to probable for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Diabaté sat out Sunday's matchup with Denver, which allowed Mason Plumlee to join the rotation. With Diabaté expected to play, he could reclaim his role as Charlotte's primary backup center, leaving fewer minutes available for Plumlee. |
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