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Monday, January 16
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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 |  | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) has been listed as doubtful again for Monday's game against the Boston Celtics. He's missed the last six consecutive games with hamstring soreness and seems ready to miss his seventh. Out of a possible 44 games so far, the 32-year-old has only been able to play 21 of them. At this rate, fantasy managers might want to go a different direction instead of just finding a streaming option while he uses the IR spot. Jalen McDaniels and Cody Martin remain the better options while Hayward remains sidelined. |
Sunday, January 15
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Boston Celtics. As expected, Hayward will miss this contest due to left hamstring soreness. The Hornets continue to be cautious with the veteran forward. That being said, fantasy managers shouldn't be surprised if Hayward misses more time. In the meantime, Jalen McDaniels will continue to take over in the starting unit. He's worth using as a streaming option while Hayward is sidelined. |
Saturday, January 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is doubtful for Saturday's contest versus the visiting Celtics. The veteran has missed his last five games with hamstring soreness, so it appears he won't be on the floor against his former team. Nonetheless, if Hayward is officially ruled out, Jalen McDaniels will remain in the starting lineup. However, LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier should continue doing most of the heavy lifting on the offensive end. |
Friday, January 13
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Toronto Raptors. The veteran forward has already been sidelined basically a week because of this issue. Head coach Steve Clifford mentioned that Hayward is getting closer to a return. In the meantime, Jalen McDaniels will continue to start in the place of Hayward. He'll be a valuable fantasy option until Hayward is able to get on the court. Honestly, McDaniels might be worth holding once Hayward returns considering how injury-prone he has been throughout his career. |
Thursday, January 12
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is considered doubtful for Thursday's game against the Toronto Raptors. The 32-year-old has been sidelined for roughly a week due to hamstring soreness. It doesn't sound like Hayward is ready to return yet, so fantasy managers shouldn't expect him to suit up on Thursday. In the meantime, Jalen McDaniels should continue to start in his place. Fantasy managers should check the waiver wire to see if McDaniels is available. He's certainly worth rostering right now with Hayward being banged up. |
Tuesday, January 10
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) has received a second consecutive doubtful tag as he was listed the same before their last game and eventually didn't play. It would be surprising if he suddenly improved and played in Tuesday's contest, so it seems like he'll be missing his fourth consecutive game due to hamstring soreness. In his absence, Jalen McDaniels and Cody Martin remain decent streaming options for fantasy managers in need of forward help. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is officially ruled out Wednesday against the Toronto Raptors. Hayward was doubtful to play so this comes at no surprise. Jalen McDaniels has been stellar in Hayward's absence and should continue to see a sizable role. Hayward's next chance to return will be Thursday's game in Toronto. |
Sunday, January 08
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is doubtful for Sunday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. The veteran has missed the last two games because of hamstring soreness, so it appears he is working his way toward a third consecutive absence. With Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) also out, Jalen McDaniels will continue to start and has done enough this year to warrant consideration in all fantasy formats. Cody Martin, who recently made his 2022-23 debut after undergoing left knee surgery, should handle north of 20 minutes from the bench. |
Saturday, January 07
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. As expected, the veteran forward will sit this game out due to left hamstring soreness. Jalen McDaniels should slide into the starting five with Hayward sidelined. He's averaging 12.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.6 assists over his last five games. He's certainly worth a look as a streaming option while Hayward is sidelined, which could be for multiple games. |
Friday, January 06
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) was kept out of Wednesday's action and is now listed as doubtful for Friday's contest against the Milwaukee Bucks. The 32-year-old has missed big chunks of time this season, so hopefully, this sideline stint isn't as lengthy. If he does end up missing Friday's game, that will be his 19th of the season. While he's out, Jalen McDaniels and Cody Martin are both solid streaming options. |
Wednesday, January 04
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|  | Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) will undergo surgery on a torn ligament in his hand and is expected to be sidelined for the next four-to-six weeks. Oubre has been playing through the injury since the first week of the season and was in the midst of a career year. The Hornets will likely turn to Jalen McDaniels to fill the void with Gordon Hayward (hamstring) hobbled as well. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) is doubtful to play Wednesday against the Memphis Grizzlies. Hayward left Monday's game with a sore hamstring and will likely miss Wednesday's game as well. Jalen McDaniels should jump into a bigger role immediately with Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) expected to be sidelined for the next month or so. Given Hayward's injury history, McDaniels is in prime position for increased fantasy value and is a good source of defensive stats. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) will miss Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Hayward was doubtful to play after leaving Monday's game early with hamstring soreness. Jalen McDaniels will get the start and is a good source of defensive stats while Hayward is out. Hayward has known to be injury prone and will need to make some strides in his recovery before Charlotte feels comfortable playing him. |
|  | Charlotte Hornets guard Cody Martin (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The 27-year-old is set to play for the first time since the season opener. He exited that contest after 56 seconds and required left knee surgery. That being said, Martin is expected to be limited during his first game back. The team will likely monitor him over the next few weeks. Martin should be able to carry consistent value once he's back to full speed. |
|  | Charlotte Hornets forward Jalen McDaniels will move into the starting five for Wednesday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. The Grizzlies are shorthanded for this game with Gordon Hayward (hamstring) and Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) both out. That being said, McDaniels is likely to play a significant role on Wednesday. He is looking like a must-stream player with the Hornets needing help for this game. He should continue to carry fantasy value until both Hayward and Oubre are healthy again. |
Tuesday, January 03
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (hamstring) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. Hayward experienced hamstring soreness during the fourth quarter and was promptly ruled out. Given his injury history, it would not be surprising to see the Hornets take precaution with Hayward. If Hayward were to miss any time due to the injury, Jalen McDaniels would likely be the biggest benefactor and be a borderline must-roster player with Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) still out. |
Monday, January 02
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) will miss his second consecutive game and third game overall this season. After spraining his hand, and reaggravating it, the team will play it safer by ruling him out ahead of time. Oubre enjoyed a lot of added fantasy value at the beginning of the year when a lot of the team was injured. While he's sidelined, look for Gordon Hayward and Jalen McDaniels to both get some added usage and become solid streaming options. |
Thursday, December 29
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) looks set to miss a second consecutive game Thursday against OKC, with the team listing him as doubtful for the contest. He sprained his left hand versus Portland at the start of the week, and with it being his shooting hand, Oubre Jr. was unable to take the court Tuesday against Golden State. With Oubre Jr. missing, Jalen McDaniels picked up a lot more minutes Tuesday and had a solid game with 12 points, seven rebounds and three assists. It's been a while since he was able to string two strong performances together, but managers should definitely keep an eye on McDaniels until Oubre Jr. is ready to return. |
|  | Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards (ankle) could be back in action Thursday against the Thunder, with the team upgrading him to questionable. At first, Richards was ruled out for the contest with a right ankle sprain, but it looks like he's made big strides in his recovery and could be back after sitting out two games. The 25-year-old is the backup big behind Mason Plumlee in Charlotte, and Richardson has had a fine campaign in limited minutes, averaging 9.0 points with 6.4 rebounds. He has recorded eight double-doubles for the season, with three of them coming this month. |
|  | Charlotte Hornets point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against the Thunder. He has been carrying the questionable tag for a few games, but Smith Jr. still hasn't been able to return to the lineup after suffering a left ankle sprain in a contest against Philadelphia on Nov. 23. The 25-year-old will miss a 17th consecutive game if he remains out on Thursday. Smith Jr. had a great run in the team at the start of the campaign when Charlotte suffered from multiple injuries, but even when he's finally healthy again, he will likely struggle to carve out a significant role and fantasy managers should look for alternative options. |
Saturday, December 24
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets center Nick Richards missed the end of Friday's 134-130 win over the Lakers with a right ankle sprain. He was able to play 12 minutes in the contest, finishing with five points, three rebounds and one steal. The 25-year-old has done a very good job behind Mason Plumlee this season, averaging 9.0 points and 6.4 rebounds in 18.9 minutes. His status for the next game on Monday against Portland is currently unclear. Mark Williams and Kai Jones will hope to enter the rotation if Richards is absent. |
Friday, December 23
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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|  | Charlotte Hornets shooting guard Terry Rozier (hip) has been listed as questionable to play in Friday's contest vs. the Lakers due to a right hip contusion that has kept him sidelined for the past two outings. Rozier's absence has coincided with the team getting both LaMelo Ball and Gordon Hayward back in the mix, while Kelly Oubre Jr. has continued to play a large offensive role. Rozier enjoyed a dominant nine-game stretch over the past month where he averaged 24.9 PPG, but with Charlotte getting healthy again, his scoring upside is likely limited moving into 2023. That being said, all healthy Hornets will stand to have increased DFS upside Friday as the Lakers allow the most DFS points per contest in the league. |
Thursday, December 22
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (hip) won't play against the Clippers. He was listed as doubtful, so fantasy managers had expected this all along. Kelly Oubre Jr. will slide over and take Rozier's spot in the backcourt alongside LaMelo Ball. Theo Maledon, who had 12 points, seven rebounds, and a steal in 26 minutes in the win over Sacramento, should also see an uptick in production. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) remains out for Wednesday's clash against the Clippers. The 25-year-old hasn't played in nearly a month because of a sprained ankle, so his absence isn't surprising by any means. Smith likely wouldn't haven seen much action with LaMelo Ball back in the lineup. However, with Terry Rozier (hip) ruled out for this one, Theo Maledon, who had 12 points, seven rebounds, and a steal in the win over Sacramento, should continue to benefit while Smith remains on the shelf. |
Monday, December 19
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets shooting guard Terry Rozier (hip) has been deemed doubtful to play in Monday's contest against the Kings due a right hip contusion. Rozier is coming off a strong nine-game stretch in which he averaged 21.8 field-goal attempts per contest, drawing a massive usage rate at the heart of the Charlotte offense; his absence in the backcourt figures to open up playing time for Bryce McGowens and Theo Maledon, while elevating the DFS stocks of LaMelo Ball, Gordon Hayward and Kelly Oubre Jr. Even as he has seen his overall field-goal percentage dip to 39.6 percent, Rozier is on pace for a new career high in scoring (20.9 points) and dimes (5.5 assists) per contest this year. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Smith has been sidelined since November 23rd due to a left ankle sprain. Fellow guard Terry Rozier (hip) is doubtful to play, so Theo Maledon could play significant minutes on Monday. LaMelo Ball will see minutes in the mid-30s, but Maledon will probably have a decent role behind him. Fantasy managers in deep leagues should consider Maledon as an option, assuming Rozier hits the sideline. |
Friday, December 16
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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|  | Charlotte Hornets power forward P.J. Washington (personal) has been ruled out for Friday's contest vs. Atlanta due to an excused personal absence. The game will mark Washington's first missed outing of the year, as he has enjoyed considerable offensive success (career-high 15 PPG) in his full-time return to the starting five. While Charlotte is still waiting to confirm Gordon Hayward's (shoulder) status, Kai Jones and Jalen McDaniels could also be in line for additional frontcourt run without Washington available. The next chance that Washington will have to return to action comes Sunday against the Nuggets. |
Wednesday, December 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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|  | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out on Wednesday against Detroit. No surprise here, as the 21-year-old has played three games this season because of a sprained ankle. With Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) out as well, Terry Rozier should continue to run the point and receive a usage bump while remaining a primary scoring option. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) won't play against the Pistons on Wednesday. Neither will LaMelo Ball (ankle), which isn't surprising considering he's only played three games during the 2022-23 campaign. That said, Terry Rozier should handle most of the ball handling duties while remaining a primary scoring option. Of course, Kelly Oubre Jr., who has averaged 20.8 points this season, is expected to continue to benefit with Ball and Smith out of the picture. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) remains out Wednesday against the Detroit Pistons, but reports state he may return as soon as Friday against the Atlanta Hawks. Hayward has been out indefinitely with a shoulder injury, but appears to be nearing a return to the court. If Hayward makes his return, Jalen McDaniels and Kelly Oubre Jr. figure to see a decrease in fantasy value. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) will return on Wednesday versus Detroit. The 21-year-old has appeared in only three games this season. However, he played well in those contests, averaging 19.3 points, 7.0 assists, and 1.0 steals. It's unknown if Ball will see a full workload. But even if he doesn't, he has a fantastic chance to produce against arguably the worst team in the NBA. |
Sunday, December 11
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | New Orleans Pelicans guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play on Sunday versus Philadelphia. Ball has played in only three games this season. However, he continues to be bothered by a sprained left ankle. With Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) out as well, Terry Rozier will probably continue to run things at the point, giving him a bump in usage. Kelly Oubre Jr., who had 22 points and two steals in Friday's loss to New York, should also continue to benefit as well. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) won't play against the 76ers on Sunday. The 25-year-old had averaged 10.0 points, 6.5 assists, and 1.9 steals in 11 starts while filling in for LaMelo Ball (ankle) before going down with the injury. However, with Smith missing his previous seven contests, Terry Rozier will probably remain at the one spot, giving him an increase in usage and offensive opportunities. Theo Maledon, who had eight points and six rebounds in 26 minutes in Friday's loss to the Knicks, should continue to benefit as well. |
Wednesday, December 07
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out again for Wednesday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. Ball has only played three games this season, as he continues to battle a sprained left ankle. With Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) sitting as well, Terry Rozier should continue to run the point, with Theo Maledon getting some extra minutes from the bench. However, unless Maledon is in the starting lineup, he won't offer much to fantasy managers. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) remains out on Wednesday against Brooklyn. LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play either, so Terry Rozier should continue to handle things at the one, with Theo Maledon expected to receive additional minutes from the bench. While Rozier will likely see an increase in usage and assists as the primary ball handler, Meledon probably won't offer much to fantasy managers. |
Friday, December 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) won't suit up for Friday's meeting with Washington. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) limited to just three games this season, Smith has started 11 times. Outside of his rough shooting percentages, he's played well, averaging 10.0 points, 6.5 assists, and 1.9 steals. However, without Ball and Smith on the floor, Theo Maledon, who had 11 points, eight assists, and three steals on Monday versus Boston, is expected to remain in the starting lineup. Maledon also had five turnovers and went 4-for-13 from the field, something fantasy managers should consider. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) remains out ahead of Friday's meeting with Washington. Ball has played only three games this season because of a sprained left ankle, opening the door for Terry Rozier and Kelly Oubre Jr. to lead the team in scoring. With Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) also sitting, Theo Maledon is expected to get another spot-start. Maledon had 11 points, eight assists, and three steals on Monday against Boston. However, he shot a rough 4-for-13 from the field and had five turnovers. |
Monday, November 28
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (illness) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Boston Celtics. This comes as a surprise considering Rozier was listed as probable coming into this game. It appears Rozier doesn't feel well enough to suit up, which leaves the Hornets extremely shorthanded. Theo Maledon is the only healthy guard on this roster right now. Fantasy managers should expect Maledon to big play minutes, which gives him decent streaming appeal for Monday's slate. |
Sunday, November 20
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out for Sunday's game versus Washington. Ball missed his first 13 contests with a sprained left ankle. However, after returning and appearing in three games, he re-injured it on Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers. Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) would likely replace Ball in the lineup. Yet, Smith is questionable, so if he doesn't suit up either, Kelly Oubre Jr., P.J. Washington, Gordon Hayward, and Terry Rozier should continue to see plenty of work. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's matchup with the Washington Wizards. The 24-year-old has played well while filling for LaMelo Ball (ankle), averaging 10.0 points, 6.5 assists, and 1.9 steals in 11 starts this season. However, he's dealing with an ankle issue of his own and has missed the last four games. If Smith can't play, Terry Rozier will likely be the primary ball-handler and log plenty of minutes. Gordon Hayward, P.J. Washington, and Kelly Oubre Jr. should also be on the court for a significant portion of the contest. |
Friday, November 18
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets small forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) has been bumped up to questionable ahead of Friday's contest vs. the Bulls, a step in the right direction following an eight-game absence due to a left shoulder contusion. A potential return from Hayward would deliver Charlotte much-needed offensive punch with LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined again. Hayward has knocked down at least one triple in each of his eight appearances this season, averaging 17.4 PPG in the process. Fantasy managers will want to check back prior to tip-off as his status will largely affect the upside and floors of numerous Hornets. |
Thursday, November 17
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) finished with 26 points during Wednesday's loss to the Pacers. Ball had a fantastic night, going 5-for-8 from deep while adding six assists and two steals. Unfortunately, he re-injured the same ankle that cost him the first 13 games of the 2022-23 campaign. The Hornets don't play again until Friday in Cleveland. However, fantasy managers should consider Ball questionable heading into that one. If he can't suit up, Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is the favorite to take his place in the starting lineup, assuming he's healthy. But if Smith can't go either, Theo Maledon and James Bouknight could see an increased workload. |
Wednesday, November 16
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is listed as doubtful to play Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers. Smith is likely heading toward his third straight missed game with an ankle sprain. With Terry Rozier and LaMelo Ball at full strength, Smith's absence only leaves a backup role for Theo Maledon. Maledon does not have much fantasy value unless another injury occurs. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) still isn't ready to return to action Wednesday against his hometown Pacers. He will be sitting out an eighth consecutive game with a left shoulder contusion. With Hayward missing and the Hornets having suffered various other injuries, Kelly Oubre Jr. has enjoyed a lengthy spell as a starter and Jalen McDaniels has been able to get some very good minutes. Hayward will get his next chance to return Friday versus Cleveland, although we haven't heard anything regarding his recovery and it might take a while until he's back healthy again. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) will not suit up on Wednesday night against the Indiana Pacers. He was already declared doubtful for the game to begin with, but it's now official that he won't play. Since LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier are both back, Smith was going to take a hit to his minutes and usage anyway. Since he'll be out for this game, James Bouknight and Theo Maledon will get a little more playing time off of the bench. It's not recommended to use either one of them as streaming options. |
Monday, November 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. The 24-year-old will miss at least one more game, but head coach Steve Clifford is hopeful that Smith can play on Wednesday. His absence should result in Theo Maledon getting more minutes. However, he isn't a reliable streaming option with LaMelo Ball healthy and back on the court. It's uncertain if Smith will have much fantasy appeal with Ball healthy and playing his full workload again. |
Sunday, November 13
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) will make his regular-season debut against the Miami Heat on Saturday. The 21-year-old has been sidelined until now due to a left ankle sprain. The expectation is that Ball will start, but his workload could be limited during his first game back. Theo Maledon should be the primary backup with Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) ruled out for this contest. The return of Ball likely means that Maledon and Smith won't have much streaming value going forward. Fantasy managers in season-long formats can get Ball back in their lineups on Saturday. |
Saturday, November 12
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| | Charlotte Hornets point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is considered questionable for Saturday's matchup against Miami. He rolled his left ankle in a meeting with the Heat on Thursday and wasn't able to complete the game. Smith Jr. also sprained the same ankle earlier in the month in a game against Brooklyn, so he's had some bad luck in recent weeks. The 24-year-old has enjoyed a very productive run in the team whilst a number of his teammates have been nursing injuries. LaMelo Ball (ankle) will still be out Saturday, meaning Smith Jr. would have another opportunity to play a big role, but his awful luck with injuries might rob him of the chance. James Bouknight and Theo Maledon could benefit if Smith Jr. is unavailable, while Terry Rozier will get all the minutes he can handle. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't suit up against the Heat. Ball hasn't played yet this year after spraining his left ankle in the preseason. Fortunately, he's expected to make his 2022-23 debut sooner rather than later. The Hornets will also continue operating without Cody Martin (knee) and Gordon Hayward (shoulder), opening the door for Terry Rozier, P.J. Washington, and Kelly Oubre Jr. to see an uptick in production. Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) would also be a favorite to benefit. However, considering he's carrying a questionable tag heading into this one, James Bouknight may see some additional minutes. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) won't play on Saturday against Miami, marking his sixth straight absence. LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Cody Martin (knee) remain out as well, which will defer the scoring duties to P.J. Washington, Kelly Oubre Jr., and Terry Rozier. Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) will be involved offensively if he can suit up. However, considering Smith is questionable, James Bouknight may gain streaming value in deep fantasy setups. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is questionable heading toward the rematch with the Heat. The 24-year-old tweaked his left ankle nearly a week ago. However, he's been playing through it, although he re-injured it during Thursday's overtime loss to Miami. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) remaining out on Saturday, Smith would continue to start if he's available. Yet, if Smith can't suit up, James Bouknight may take his place in the lineup. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been upgraded to questionable ahead of the rematch with the Heat. The 21-year-old hasn't played all year due to a left ankle sprain and was listed as out in Friday's edition of the injury report, so it appears he's moving in the right direction. However, even if he doesn't suit up for this one, there's a good chance he'll make his debut versus Orlando on Monday. While his minutes would likely be strictly limited for a few games, he's still a must-start for fantasy managers in all formats. Yet, Ball won't be an attractive DFS option until he's 100%. |
Friday, November 11
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| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) was forced to exit early during Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. The 24-year-old has been seeing an extended role with the Hornets shorthanded at guard. Sadly, Smith suffered a right ankle sprain and was forced to exit during the first minute of the overtime contest against Miami on Thursday. Hopefully, this isn't a serious injury and Smith won't be forced to miss time because of this problem. He finished with 12 points, two rebounds, and eight assists before exiting the contest. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (knee) underwent an arthroscopic procedure and he reportedly is set to miss six more weeks. The 27-year-old exited the team's first game of the season and hasn't played a game since then. After this procedure, there's at least a timetable for his return. The Hornets have been hit with a lot of injuries to key rotation players so far this season. Jalen McDaniels will continue to get more minutes off of the bench, and Kelly Oubre Jr. will have increased usage in the starting five. |
Wednesday, November 09
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| | Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) will be sitting for another game Wednesday against Portland. He's yet to play this season after spraining his left ankle during preseason. Dennis Smith Jr. has enjoyed a nice run in the team and looks set to maintain his role for a couple of more games, with a road game against Miami coming up already on Thursday. Wednesday's matchup is a meeting with a former team for Smith Jr., who appeared in 37 games for Portland last season. Will we see a classic revenge game from him? |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) will remain unavailable for Wednesday's matchup against the Trail Blazers. He hurt his left shoulder a week ago against Chicago, leaving Charlotte without another key player. Hayward's injury allowed Jalen McDaniels to make his first start of the season last week, but it was a four-point dud from him and head coach Steve Clifford quickly relegated him back to the bench. He's a very inconsistent performer and it's hard to trust him to get the job done. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) also remaining on the shelf, Terry Rozier and Kelly Oubre Jr. will continue to lead the Hornets attack. |
Monday, November 07
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| | Charlotte Hornets point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is considered questionable for Monday's game against Washington after he sprained his left ankle over the weekend versus Brooklyn. Smith has enjoyed a good run early in the campaign, getting 10.4 points per game with 3.8 rebounds and 5.8 assists. However, fantasy managers should start preparing for life after him, as Terry Rozier returned from a seven-game absence against the Nets and LaMelo Ball's (ankle) season debut should be just around the corner as well. With Ball still out and Smith possibly joining him on the sidelines, James Bouknight could be set for a busy evening in the Charlotte backcourt Monday. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) is out on Monday against Washington. The veteran is dealing with a left shoulder contusion, so he will miss his third consecutive contest. LaMelo Ball (ankle) also remains out, opening the door for Kelly Oubre Jr., P.J. Washington, and Terry Rozier to continue to be the featured options on the offensive end. Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle), who intends to play, may also get involved, but he likely won't produce as he did while Rozier was out of the lineup. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) intends to play against the Wizards, according to head coach Steve Clifford. The 24-year-old tweaked his ankle versus Brooklyn on Saturday night, limiting him to just six minutes of action. Smith has averaged 10.3 points, 6.3 assists, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.0 steals in eight starts this season. However, he may not be as productive with Terry Rozier back in the lineup. |
Thursday, November 03
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) won't return to the second half of Wednesday's game against the Chicago Bulls. This is a tough break for fantasy managers as Hayward just can't seem to stay on the court. He finished with seven points, three rebounds, and two assists in 16 minutes. Hopefully this isn't serious and he won't miss significant time from this injury. Jalen McDaniels started in the second half and would likely see more minutes going forward, assuming Hayward does miss time. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Gordon Hayward (shoulder) has been listed as out for Friday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. He exited the team's last game on Wednesday with the same shoulder pain and now he'll miss a full game as well. Jalen McDaniels was the biggest beneficiary after Hayward left and he looks to be the best pickup again. Fantasy managers looking for a forward should for sure take him as a streaming option coming up, especially if Hayward has to miss any more time. |
Wednesday, November 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) will miss his sixth game in a row with the ankle sprain he suffered back on October 21st. The seven-year veteran has been listed as doubtful previously for this game and the last couple of games but has been downgraded each time. At this rate, fantasy managers might want to only get their hopes if he's listed as questionable or better. Dennis Smith Jr. should see more usage in the meantime and makes for a great streaming option in any fantasy format. |
Tuesday, November 01
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is officially listed as doubtful for the sixth game in a row. At this point, it seems as though the team is in no rush to get players back to the court. Dennis Smith Jr. has had a great start to the season thus far and will continue to get minutes while Rozier is out. Jalen McDaniels will also get some more minutes coming off of the bench. For the managers that have Rozier on their roster, it would be beneficial to use one of those two as streamers until he's back. |
Monday, October 31
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Sacramento Kings. This marks the fifth game in a row that Rozier has missed due to a right ankle issue. The Hornets will continue to play shorthanded with Cody Martin (quad) and LaMelo Ball (ankle) on the sideline as well. Dennis Smith Jr. should remain a strong streaming option while the Hornets are banged up. Jalen Williams and Theo Maledon should see a boost as well. |
Saturday, October 29
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The 28-year-old continues to deal with a right ankle sprain, but is hopeful to play soon. This is bad timing with LaMelo Ball (ankle) also on the sideline right now. That being said, Dennis Smith Jr. and Theo Maledon will have increased value with both guards sidelined. Smith has better value than Maledon, but both are worth a look right now. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Golden State Warriors. The young guard continues to deal with a right ankle sprain. The team is hopeful to get Ball back on Monday against the Sacramento Kings. His absence leaves the Hornets thin at the guard spot. Dennis Smith Jr. and Theo Maledon will hold streaming value while Ball and Terry Rozier (ankle) are out. |
Friday, October 28
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) has been ruled out ahead of Friday's meeting with Orlando. The 28-year-old continues to deal with a sprained right ankle, costing him his previous two games. With Cody Martin (quadriceps) and LaMelo Ball (ankle) also not available, Dennis Smith Jr., who has averaged 16.0 points, 8.5 assists, and 2.5 steals while filling in, should continue to start. In addition, Kelly Oubre Jr., Gordon Hayward, and P.J. Washington may also see an uptick in production. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Cody Martin (quadriceps) won't play on Friday night against Orlando. Martin will miss another one because of left quad soreness, with LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Terry Rozier (ankle) joining him on the shelf. As a result, Dennis Smith Jr., who's averaged 16.0 points, 8.5 assists, and 2.5 steals in his two starts this season, should remain a popular fantasy option. Kelly Oubre Jr., P.J. Washington, and Gordon Hayward should also continue to see additional chances on the offensive end. |
Tuesday, October 25
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is officially listed as doubtful for Wednesday night's game against the New York Knicks. With LaMelo Ball and Cody Martin also out for the Hornets, they're going to need some backcourt help. Dennis Smith Jr. and Kelly Oubre Jr. are going to likely get the starting job again. In all fantasy formats, managers should look to Smith as a top streaming option until the Hornets get healthy again. |
Sunday, October 23
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's meeting with the Atlanta Hawks. The 28-year-old sprained his right ankle during Friday's game versus the New Orleans Pelicans and was seen leaving the arena wearing a boot. As a result, there's a chance Rozier's absence will extend beyond this matchup. Dennis Smith Jr. could take his spot in the lineup if that's the case. However, with LaMelo Ball (ankle) also out for the foreseeable future, Kelly Oubre Jr. and Gordon Hayward may carry most of the load on offense. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Hawks, as expected. The 21-year-old is working his way back from a sprained left ankle suffered in the preseason, so he may need a few more games off before he's ready to return. With Terry Rozier (ankle) doubtful, Dennis Smith Jr. may enter the start lineup. Smith has averaged 11.0 points, 4.0 assists, and 2.5 steals while shooting 80% from deep this season. Although he's not a consistent scoring threat, his defensive prowess could make a difference for category managers looking for swipes. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Cody Martin (quadriceps) isn't expected to play on Sunday versus the Hawks. The 27-year-old tweaked his left quad during the season-opener against the San Antonio Spurs. He only played one minute in that one as a result and missed the subsequent meeting with the New Orleans Pelicans on Friday. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) out and Terry Rozier (ankle) doubtful, Dennis Smith Jr. and James Bouknight may enter the starting lineup. However, Smith has a higher fantasy ceiling between the two, especially on the defensive end. |
| | Charlotte Hornets guard Terry Rozier (ankle) has been officially ruled out Sunday against the Atlanta Hawks. Rozier was doubtful to play Sunday after being seen with a walking boot Friday night, but was still optimistic about playing. Given his optimism, Rozier seems to have avoided a long-term injury, but he will still miss at least one game. Dennis Smith Jr. should get the spot start and is worth a look in DFS and as a streamer in season-long leagues. Theo Maledon should also get some more minutes as the backup point guard Sunday. On the other side of the ball, Trae Young and Dejounte Murray should be smash plays given Charlotte's injury-ridden backcourt. |
Thursday, October 20
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (quad) was forced to exit early during Wednesday's season opener. The 27-year-old left in the first quarter and didn't return to the contest. At the moment, Martin should be considered day-to-day with a sore left quad. This is a shame after Martin missed time in the preseason due to a knee injury. He can't seem to stay healthy, but hopefully this injury won't keep him out for long. Terry Rozier, James Bouknight, and Dennis Smith Jr. should gain playing time in his absence. Rozier has the most fantasy value out of the three of them. |
| | Charlotte Hornets forward Cody Martin (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. The 27-year-old left during the first quarter of the team's game on Wednesday night and didn't return. Right now, the injury is listed as "quad soreness." That comes off as not too serious of an injury, but it seems as though we'll have to wait to find out more information. Fantasy managers should be able to find another streaming option while Martin is on the mend. |
Tuesday, October 18
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) has officially been ruled out for the team's first game on Wednesday. The young guard has been recovering from a sprained left ankle since he tweaked it in the team's preseason game last week. There still hasn't been a firm timetable set for his return. Ball and James Bouknight's absences will be big as the team takes on the Spurs on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should stay tuned in to see when Ball could return, as the team announced they will give further information when they see how he reacts to rehab and treatment. |
Tuesday, October 11
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) was forced to exit early during Monday's preseason contest against the Washington Wizards. The young guard suffered a left ankle sprain in the third quarter and didn't return to the contest. Before leaving, Ball had nine points, six rebounds, and three assists while shooting 2-of-10 from the floor. The severity of the injury is unknown right now. Fantasy managers should stay tuned for more information on Ball over the next few days. |
|  | Charlotte Hornets center Mason Plumlee (foot) was unable to finish Monday's preseason matchup against the Washington Wizards. The big man reportedly suffered a left foot sprain and was unable to return to action. The severity of the injury is unknown at the moment. P.J. Williams, Nick Richards and Mark Williams would all see a boost in playing time, assuming Plumlee is forced to miss time. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update on Plumlee. |