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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), ht'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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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) out Wednesday vs. New York
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 11:13 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Mann will miss a second straight game with a left ankle impingement. His absence should once again result in more playing time for Collin Sexton and Liam McNeeley. While McNeeley could have value later in the season, Sexton is a worthwhile option in deeper leagues currently. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) out Wednesday vs. NYK
Tue, Dec 2, 2025, 11:10 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis: Miller was held out of Monday's loss to the Nets due to what the Hornets described as left shoulder soreness. Ahead of Wednesday, the injury is now listed as a left shoulder subluxation, which cost him 13 games earlier this season. Miller may be considered day-to-day, but fantasy managers should plan for the possibility of him being out for an extended period. Sion James should continue to start until Miller returns. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball dishes out 14 assists vs. Brooklyn
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 4:33 PM
LaMelo Ball accounted for 12 points (3-of-9 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), five rebounds, 14 assists, two blocks and two three-pointers in Monday's loss to the Nets.
Analysis: While Ball did not offer much scoring value, the 14 assists were a season-high. For the season, Ball is averaging 8.9 assists per game, more than a full assist more than his 2024-25 average (7.4). However, the inefficient shooting has negatively impacted Ball's value. He's shooting a career-low 37.8 percent from the field, and Monday's 3-of-9 effort doesn't help. Fantasy managers expect to take a hit in the turnover and field-goal percentage categories, but he's been a safe bet to make at least 40 percent of his shots in the past. That has not been the case this season. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) ruled out Monday vs. Brooklyn
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 12:25 PM
Charlotte Hornets PR
Tre Mann (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Mann has been a nice rotation piece for the Hornets, contributing 9.2 points per game off the bench. In his absence, Collin Sexton should be the primary guard off the bench for a Hornets team looking to put together a third straight win on Monday. Liam McNeeley may also see more minutes. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) ruled out Monday vs. BKN
Mon, Dec 1, 2025, 12:18 PM
John Hollinger
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is out for Monday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Absent from the Hornets' initial injury report for Monday, Miller will not play due to left shoulder soreness. It's the same shoulder that sidelined him for nearly a month, and he appeared to aggravate the injury during Saturday's win over the Raptors. Sion James is the most likely replacement in the starting lineup. While the rookie has had his moments, he is not someone who needs to be rostered in redraft leagues. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) questionable vs. Brooklyn
Sun, Nov 30, 2025, 11:27 AM
Charlotte Hornets PR
Tre Mann (ankle) is questionable to play against the Nets on Monday.
Analysis: Mann has played in Charlotte's last four games following a two-game absence with an injury to the same ankle. Collin Sexton and Sion James would likely take on a few extra minutes if Mann is unavailable. |
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Collin Sexton Collin Sexton contributes 18 points, five assists
Sat, Nov 29, 2025, 2:59 PM
Collin Sexton finished Saturday's win over the Raptors with 18 points (6-of-11 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), one rebound, five assists, three steals, one block and two three-pointers.
Analysis: With LaMelo Ball (14/2/5 with one three-pointer) struggling with foul trouble and under a minutes restriction, Sexton gave the Hornets valuable minutes off the bench. Shooting over 50 percent from the field, the veteran guard recorded a complete stat line and helped lead the way as Charlotte outscored Toronto by a 24-17 margin in the fourth quarter to force overtime. Sexton hasn't been the most reliable fantasy option, but Ball's injury history makes him worth holding onto in deep leagues. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) struggles in OT victory
Sat, Nov 29, 2025, 2:59 PM
Brandon Miller (shoulder) recorded seven points (1-of-13 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, three assists and two blocked shots in Saturday's win over the Raptors.
Analysis: After a stellar performance in Friday's win over the Bulls, Miller played the second game of Charlotte's home back-to-back. While the poor shooting was problematic, more concerning for fantasy managers was Miller exiting during the third quarter after appearing to aggravate his left shoulder injury. While he did return later in the quarter, the Hornets forward did not seem to be all that comfortable. The Hornets begin a four-game Week 7 in Brooklyn on Monday, but they won't have any back-to-backs. Hopefully, Miller will be available for all four contests. |
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Miles Bridges Miles Bridges bounces back, scores 35 points
Sat, Nov 29, 2025, 2:57 PM
Miles Bridges tallied 35 points (13-of-23 FGs, 7-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, one steal and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Raptors.
Analysis: Bridges wasn't too thrilled with the performances of either himself or his teammates in Wednesday's loss to the Knicks. He's backed up the words that followed that blowout loss with actions, totaling 57 points in wins over the Bulls and Raptors. Saturday's 35 points were a season high for the athletic forward, who has four 30-point games to his name in 2025-26. Bridges and the Hornets play four games in Week 7, starting with the Nets on Monday. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) cleared to play vs. Toronto
Sat, Nov 29, 2025, 11:01 AM
Charlotte Hornets PR
Tre Mann (ankle) is available to play against the Raptors on Saturday.
Analysis: Mann was listed as probable on the second night of the back-to-back, and now he has officially been cleared to suit up. He'll occupy his typical role off the bench, which hasn't been enough time for him to make an impact on the box score with LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton available. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) probable Saturday vs. Raptors
Sat, Nov 29, 2025, 7:07 AM
Tre Mann (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Mann popped up on the injury report Saturday afternoon as probable with an ankle injury. The 24-year-old shooting guard missed multiple games last week due to the injury, but has played in the last three Hornets games. Mann figures to suit up again Saturday given his probable listing, but he still doesn't offer much fantasy value in a bench role. |
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Pat Connaughton Pat Connaughton (calf) out Saturday vs. Raptors
Sat, Nov 29, 2025, 7:03 AM
Pat Connaughton (calf) is out for Saturday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Connaughton hurt his calf last week against the Clippers and hasn't played since. The 32-year-old shooting guard is set to miss his fourth consecutive game against the Raptors on Saturday. As a reserve, his absence doesn't significantly impact fantasy basketball. |
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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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