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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller scores game-high 31 points in win
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 4:20 PM
Brandon Miller led the Hornets with 31 points (10-of-26 FGs), nine rebounds, two assists, one steal, one block, five three-pointers and five turnovers in a 110-107 win over the Hawks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Miller didn't have his most efficient performance, but it was enough to get the win. It was also his highest-scoring game since December and just his fourth 30-point game of the season. With Miles Bridges set to be suspended for three more games, Miller should continue to take on a few extra shots per game, which could lead to more big performances after the All-Star break. |
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PJ Hall PJ Hall posts double-double off bench
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 4:06 PM
PJ Hall recorded a double-double on Wednesday with 11 points (3-of-7 FGs), 10 rebounds and one steal against the Hawks.
Analysis: The second-year center out of Clemson has been out of the rotation for the past month, but with Moussa Diabaté suspended, he was able to play 17 minutes off the bench. He took advantage of the opportunity and recorded the first double-double of his career. With Diabaté set to be sidelined for three more games, Hall should continue to get the chance to be part of the rotation. |
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Grant Williams CHA starts Ball, Kon, Miller, Grant W, Kalkbrenner
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 12:38 PM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball, Kon Knueppel, Brandon Miller, Grant Williams and Ryan Kalkbrenner will start Wednesday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabaté began four-game suspensions for their roles in Monday's fight between the Hornets and Pistons, opening up two spots in the starting lineup. Williams and Kalkbrenner will fill the voids, with both being worthwhile deep-league streamers. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges suspended four games for brawl
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 5:35 AM
NBA PR
Miles Bridges was suspended four games for his role in the bench-clearing brawl with the Pistons on Monday.
Analysis: Bridges was suspended for fighting and escalating the altercation, according to a release from the NBA. The 27-year-old charged the Pistons' Jalen Duren, who was in an altercation with Hornets center Moussa Diabate, before he was restrained. Bridges will begin serving his suspension on Wednesday against the Hawks. Grant Williams is likely to start and play additional minutes with Bridges out of the lineup. |
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Moussa Diabate Moussa Diabaté suspended four games for fight
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 5:34 AM
NBA PR
Moussa Diabaté was suspended four games for his role in the bench-clearing brawl with the Pistons on Monday.
Analysis: Diabaté was suspended for fighting and escalating the altercation, according to a press release from the NBA. His suspension will begin Wednesday against the Hawks. Ryan Kalkbrenner is likely to start and play more minutes with Diabaté out of the lineup. |
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Grant Williams Grant Williams chips in 12/2/5/1/1 line vs. DET
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 5:07 PM
Grant Williams provided a boost off the bench with 12 points (3-of-6 FGs), two rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers on Monday against the Pistons.
Analysis: Williams has now scored in double figures three times in his last four games, and he set a new season high for assists. Williams has had some solid games, and after both Moussa Diabate and Miles Bridges were involved in a brawl that led to both players being ejected, Williams could end up spending some time as a starter if they face suspensions. Williams isn't a high-upside option for fantasy managers, but he can provide a solid boost. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller scores team-high 24 points in loss
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:59 PM
Brandon Miller led the Hornets with 24 points (8-of-18 FGs), three rebounds, three assists, two steals, one block and four three-pointers in a 110-104 loss to the Pistons on Monday.
Analysis: Miller followed up his 10-game streak with at least 20 points with three straight games below that mark. While he got back on track in this game, Charlotte's winning streak came to an end. Miller was better than he had been over the past week, which is great to see after a short lull. The Hornets have one more game before the All-Star break having Miller stay hot against the Hawks on Wednesday should help them get back to their winning ways before a week off. |
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Moussa Diabate Moussa Diabaté, Miles Bridges ejected for fighting
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 2:47 PM
Moussa Diabaté and Miles Bridges were ejected from Monday's game against the Pistons with 7:09 remaining in the third quarter.
Analysis: In a game that had been physical throughout, things got out of control during the third quarter. Diabaté wrapped up Detroit's Jalen Duren as the Pistons center was attempting a shot in the paint. Those two came together, leading players on both teams, including Bridges and Stewart, to get involved. While Diabaté was being restrained, Bridges and Stewart got into a separate altercation at half court. Grant Williams and Ryan Kalkbrenner entered the Hornets lineup. |
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Malaki Branham Malaki Branham (not with team) out vs. Detroit
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 1:37 PM
NBA Injury Report
Malaki Branham (not with team) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Acquired from Dallas for Tyus Jones, Branham has yet to join the Hornets. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as it's unknown how ??" or if ??" he'll fit into the rotation. |
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Moussa Diabate Moussa Diabaté corrals game-high 15 rebounds
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:14 PM
Moussa Diabaté amassed 11 points (4-of-8 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), 15 rebounds and two assists in Saturday's win over the Hawks.
Analysis: Diabaté continues to shine as the Hornets' starting center. During their nine-game win streak, the 6-foot-9 Diabaté has reached double figures in rebounds five times. While he has not been a top-100 fantasy player, the former second-round pick isn't far off. And with the Hornets playing five games during Week 17, including three after the All-Star break, this would be a good time for some 12-team league managers to hop onto the Diabaté bandwagon. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball records 19 points, nine assists
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:14 PM
LaMelo Ball tallied 19 points (7-of-20 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), one rebound, nine assists, two steals and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Hawks.
Analysis: Ball didn't shoot the ball well on Saturday, but he offered value in other ways. His nine assists led the Hornets, and he committed just two turnovers. During Charlotte's nine-game win streak, he's averaged 2.7 turnovers per game, an improvement on his season average (3.1). Ball will have his work cut out for him on Monday, as the Hornets open a five-game Week 17 at home against the Pistons. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges drops team-high 26 points vs. ATL
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:13 PM
Miles Bridges accounted for 26 points (10-of-14 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the Hawks.
Analysis: While his shooting struggles did not prevent the Hornets from extending their win streak to eight games, Bridges entered Saturday shooting 38.6 percent from the field over the last four. He got back on track in Atlanta, making his shots at a high clip while also providing solid value in the rebound and assist categories. Bridges and the Hornets will look to extend their win streak to ten games on Monday against the East-leading Pistons. |
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Xavier Tillman Xavier Tillman (not with team) out vs. Atlanta
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 6:18 AM
NBA Injury Report
Xavier Tillman (not with team) is out for Saturday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Acquired from the Celtics on Thursday, Tillman has yet to join his new team. Upon arrival, he'll give the Hornets another option in the frontcourt, but he's unlikely to get the run needed to affect fantasy basketball. |
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Coby White Report: Bulls, Hornets amend Coby White trade
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 6:24 PM
Fred Katz
Fred Katz of The Athletic reports that the Bulls and Hornets have amended the trade that sent Coby White and Mike Conley to Charlotte for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three second-round picks.
Analysis: Dieng ultimately wound up in Milwaukee, while the Hornets waived Conley. However, due to White's calf injury that will keep him out through the All-Star break, the Bulls had to take less in the deal. Instead of three second-round picks, they'll receive two, a 2031 via New York and a 2031 via Denver. |
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Tosan Evbuomwan Tosan Evbuomwan inks two-way deal with Hornets
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 9:33 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Tosan Evbuomwan has signed a two-way deal with the Hornets.
Analysis: Charlotte waived KJ Simpson in a subsequent move. Evbuomwan will offer forward depth, but he's not likely to see enough run to be worth a look in most fantasy leagues. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges scores 18 in win over Houston
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:39 PM
Miles Bridges accounted for 18 points (7-of-17 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: After scoring nine points in Monday's win over the Pelicans, Bridges doubled his output as Charlotte extended its win streak to eight games. While he hasn't been the flashiest fantasy option, the Hornets' forward has offered consistent value, ranking within the top-100 in nine-cat formats. Bridges' value takes a hit in turnover-punt builds, but fantasy managers should not be concerned. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball hits five triples, scores 20 points
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 4:39 PM
LaMelo Ball tallied 20 points (7-of-19 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, four assists and five three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Rockets.
Analysis: While Ball is shooting 39.7 percent from the field over the past two weeks, his overall production is one reason why the Hornets have won their last eight games. Since shooting 0-of-10 from three in a January 21 loss to the Cavaliers, LaMelo has made at least two triples in each game of the win streak. While turnovers and shot selection can still be an issue for Ball, he's making strides to the delight of the Hornets and fantasy managers. |
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Xavier Tillman Shams: Celtics trade Xavier Tillman Sr. to Hornets
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 10:16 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Celtics have traded Xavier Tillman Sr. and $3.5 million to the Hornets.
Analysis: The goal of this transaction was for the Celtics to get out of the luxury tax. Tillman was out of the Celtics' rotation for most of this season, averaging 7.9 minutes per game in 14 appearances. His fantasy outlook won't change in Charlotte. |
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Coby White Coby White (calf) out through All-Star break
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 10:03 AM
Rod Boone
Coby White (calf) will be sidelined through the All-Star break.
Analysis: White was Charlotte's big addition at the trade deadline, but they'll wait at least four more games before he debuts to avoid any further issues with the calf that has given him trouble all season. Sion James and Josh Green should see a temporary boost in minutes until White debuts. |
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Malaki Branham Malaki Branham swing to Charlotte for Tyus Jones
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 8:47 AM
Shams Charania
Malaki Branham has been traded to the Hornets.
Analysis: Branham was traded to Dallas as part of the Anthony Davis trade, but now he'll be back in the Southeast division. Branham should be a solid depth scorer, though with Charlotte trying to push for the postseason, he likely won't play enough minutes to make much of an impact. |
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