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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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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) questionable Saturday vs. LAC
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 11:16 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Mann has missed Charlotte's last two games with a sprained left ankle, leading to Drew Peterson entering the rotation. However, he was not productive enough to merit being streamed, and the Hornets should have Brandon Miller (shoulder) available since he is off the injury report. Mann will play rotation minutes if available, but there's no need to roster him. |
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Brandon Miller Miller (shoulder) absent from injury report
Fri, Nov 21, 2025, 11:06 AM
Charlotte Hornets
Brandon Miller (shoulder) is not on the injury report for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis: Injured during an October 25 game against the 76ers, Miller is ready to return to NBA action. Whether he'll be under a minutes restriction is unknown, but fantasy managers should plan for the possibility due to the time missed. Sion James is the player most likely heading to the bench if Miller is inserted into the starting lineup immediately. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) out Wednesday vs. Indiana
Wed, Nov 19, 2025, 12:11 PM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Mann was initially doubtful for Wednesday's game after injuring his ankle during Monday's loss to the Raptors. While Drew Peterson did play some following Mann's exit, taking on a similar role is unlikely. There's no need to consider streaming him since LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton are available. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) doubtful vs. Indiana on Wednesday
Tue, Nov 18, 2025, 11:28 AM
Charlotte Hornets PR
Tre Mann (ankle) is doubtful to play against the Pacers on Wednesday.
Analysis: Mann exited early from Monday's game against Toronto, and he is expected to remain out for at least one more game. Drew Peterson took on a few extra minutes, but he isn't a player to consider rostering. LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton may just end up taking on a few extra minutes with Mann out. |
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Tre Mann Tre Mann (ankle) will not return Monday vs. TOR
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 3:43 PM
Charlotte Hornets
Tre Mann (ankle) will not return to Monday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Mann exited Monday's game with 1:33 remaining in the second quarter and did not return due to a sore left ankle. His potential absence for future games would not impact fantasy basketball. However, Drew Peterson played a few minutes off the bench in the second half while Mann was unavailable. There's no need to consider adding Peterson. |
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LaMelo Ball CHA starts Ball, James, Knueppel, Bridges, Ryan K.
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 1:16 PM
NBA Lineups
LaMelo Ball, Sion James, Kon Knueppel, Miles Bridges and Ryan Kalkbrenner will start Monday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Ball is back in the Hornets' lineup after sitting out Saturday's loss to the Thunder. His return means Collin Sexton will come off the bench, and that lowers the veteran guard's fantasy ceiling considerably. The other four starters are unchanged. |
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Brandon Miller Brandon Miller (shoulder) recalled from G League
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 9:17 AM
Hornets PR
Brandon Miller (shoulder) was recalled from the Greensboro Swam on Monday following practice.
Analysis: Miller hasn't played since October 25, but his recall from the G League suggests he's trending toward a return with the parent club. Miller's eventual return may mean fewer minutes for Kon Knueppel, but Knueppel is a hold based on how well he's played to start his NBA career. |
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LaMelo Ball LaMelo Ball (ankle) removed from injury report
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 11:05 AM
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (ankle) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Ball will be available after sitting out Saturday's loss to the Thunder. His return will likely bump Collin Sexton to the bench, lowering the veteran guard's fantasy ceiling even more. Sexton is only worth holding onto in deep leagues as insurance for Ball. |
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