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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (quad) to remain sidelined Sunday
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 11:47 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Collin Sexton (quad) is out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Sexton will miss a second straight game after straining his left quad during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. KJ Simpson and Liam McNeeley have seen their playing time increase, as the Hornets are also without Tre Mann. Of the two, Simpson will likely play more on Sunday since LaMelo Ball is out. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) ruled out Sunday vs. Denver
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 11:40 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Mann will miss a fourth straight game on Sunday, which means more minutes are available to KJ Simpson and Liam McNeeley. However, neither has done enough to merit being rostered. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) to remain out Sunday
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 11:38 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Pat Connaughton (calf) is out for Sunday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Connaughton has not appeared in a game since November 22. His absence will not affect fantasy basketball, as the veteran wing is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo (ankle) ruled out Sunday vs. Denver
Sat, Dec 6, 2025, 11:36 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis: Ball exited Friday's win over the Raptors with a bone bruise in his left ankle. Due to his previous ankle injuries, this is a concern for the point guard and the Hornets. With Tre Mann and Collin Sexton also out, more minutes will become available to Sion James and KJ Simpson. Also, don't be surprised if Kon Knueppel spends more time on the ball. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller scores 12 points in return
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 5:41 PM
Brandon Miller returned to the lineup on Friday and finished with 12 points (5-of-14 FGs), three rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in a 111-86 win over the Raptors.
Analysis: It was only a two-game absence for Miller, but it was good to see him back on the floor since he has already missed so much time this season after missing most of last season. It wasn't a spectacular first game back, but he was able to play 30 minutes in a blowout win over the Raptors. LaMelo Ball injured his ankle, and if he remains out, Miller should see a bump in usage in the coming weeks. |
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LaMelo Ball Ball (ankle) exits Friday's game vs. Raptors
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 3:30 PM
Charlotte Hornets PR
LaMelo Ball (ankle) will not return to Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: LaMelo just can't seem to keep his ankles healthy. He dealt with a right ankle injury in November, and now it's the left ankle that will keep him sidelined for at least the remainder of Friday's showdown. Hopefully it won't keep him sidelined long, but both KJ Simpson and Sion James should be in line for more minutes with Ball unavailable. There should be an additional update on his status at some point this weekend. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) out Friday vs. Raptors
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 12:36 PM
Tre Mann (knee) is out for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Mann is set to miss his third consecutive game with right knee soreness. Liam McNeeley and KJ Simpson are candidates for extra minutes with Mann out against the Raptors on Friday. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) available vs. Toronto
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 12:35 PM
Charlotte Hornets PR
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is available to play against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Miller was upgraded to probable earlier in the day after initially being listed as questionable. Now, he's been cleared to suit up. His return should push Sion James back to the bench. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (wrist) available vs. Toronto
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 12:32 PM
Charlotte Hornets PR
LaMelo Ball (wrist) is available to play against the Raptors on Friday.
Analysis: Ball has been managing a wrist injury in his non-shooting arm, but it hasn't forced him to miss any games. He played through it on Wednesday and scored 34 points, so he should be fine for this game. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) downgraded to doubtful Friday
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 9:08 AM
Tre Mann (knee) is now doubtful for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Mann has missed the last two games with right knee soreness. Given that he was downgraded to doubtful just hours before Friday's game against the Raptors, that absence could extend to three games. Liam McNeeley and KJ Simpson could see extra minutes if Mann is ultimately ruled out. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) now probable Friday
Fri, Dec 5, 2025, 8:37 AM
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is now probable for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: It's good news for Miller, who has missed the last two games with a left shoulder injury. The 23-year-old small forward was upgraded to probable and is now likely to return against the Raptors on Friday. Sion James will head back to the bench, though Miller could be on a minutes restriction. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (quad) out Friday vs. Toronto
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 11:50 AM
NBA Injury Report
Collin Sexton (quad) is out for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Sexton suffered a left quad strain during Wednesday's loss to the Knicks, exiting in the third quarter. Rookie Liam McNeeley's playing time increased, but that was with Tre Mann out as well. With Mann considered questionable for Friday night, McNeeley's bump in playing time may not be as pronounced. He's only worth rostering in dynasty leagues currently. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (knee) questionable Friday vs. Toronto
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 11:47 AM
NBA Injury Report
Tre Mann (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Mann has missed Charlotte's last two games with a sore right knee, freeing up additional minutes for fellow reserves Collin Sexton and Liam McNeeley. However, with Sexton already ruled out for Friday's game, McNeeley and KJ Simpson may be the ones who benefit if Mann cannot play. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) questionable Friday
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 11:42 AM
NBA Injury Report
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Miller has missed Charlotte's last two games with a left shoulder injury, resulting in starts for rookie Sion James. If Miller can play against Toronto, James will be headed back to the bench. Due to his shoulder issues this season, Miller's playing time may be limited if he can go. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (wrist) probable Friday vs. Toronto
Thu, Dec 4, 2025, 11:28 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (wrist) is probable for Friday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: The good news is that Ball has been dealing with a sprained left wrist, and he's a right-handed shooter. Plus, the probable tag suggests that he will be available on Friday. If, for some reason, Ball cannot play, Tre Mann or KJ Simpson would be the next man up, as Collin Sexton has been ruled out with a quad injury. Mann is questionable for Friday, so there's no guarantee that he's available. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball drops 34/8/9/1 stat line vs. Knicks
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 4:49 PM
LaMelo Ball finished Wednesday's loss to the Knicks with 34 points (12-of-27 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, nine assists, one steal and five three-pointers.
Analysis: Ball got going offensively after halftime, hitting four of his five three-pointers. The final stat line was excellent for those who have him rostered, but the questions about the Hornets' guard's ability to impact winning will persist. Ball is providing top-50 value in eight-cat formats, and while that doesn't align with his Yahoo! ADP (27), he's closing in on that number. The Hornets will finish Week 7 with games against the Raptors and Nuggets. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton (thigh) will not return Wednesday
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 3:50 PM
Charlotte Hornets
Collin Sexton (thigh) will not return to Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Sexton injured his left thigh during the third quarter of Wednesday's game and has since been ruled out for the rest of the night. His minutes were absorbed by rookie Liam McNeeley, who would only be worth a look in redraft leagues if the Hornets were to rule out Sexton for an extended period. Sexton finished with four points, two rebounds, one assist and one steal in nine minutes. |
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Moussa Diabate CHA starts Ball, Knueppel, James, Bridges, Moussa
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 1:08 PM
Rod Boone
LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, Sion James, Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabaté will start Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Wednesday's start will be the first for Diabaté since November 14, and the lineup change raises his fantasy ceiling. His promotion comes at the expense of Ryan Kalkbrenner, who will still see solid time off the bench. However, Kalkbrenner is more valuable to fantasy managers when he's starting. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (wrist) available Wednesday vs. Knicks
Wed, Dec 3, 2025, 1:04 PM
LaMelo Ball (wrist) is available for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: No surprise here as Ball was initially listed as probable with a wrist injury. The 24-year-old point guard is dealing with some soreness in his left wrist and wasn't on the injury report for his ankle, which has bothered him at times this year. Ball is coming off a 12-point and 14-assist performance in Monday's loss to the Nets. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (wrist) probable Wednesday vs. NYK
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 11:15 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (wrist) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: There's some good news on two fronts regarding Ball's appearance on Charlotte's most recent injury report. It's his left (non-shooting) wrist that is currently sore, and the point guard's ankle is not cited as a reason for the appearance, either. If Ball can't play on Wednesday, Collin Sexton will return to the starting lineup. |
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