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FINALCharlotte
Hornets
47-42|L10: 6-4
Boston
Celtics
62-31|L10: 5-5
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CHA • Point Guard • #1
18 days ago
Ball went down in the second quarter and appeared to make contact with Adebayo’s ankle. Adebayo took a hard fall that sent him to the locker room and caused him to miss the rest of the game. The NBA will review the footage to determine if Ball’s contact was intentional, and Haynes reports that a ruling is expected before Friday’s Play-In game.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
CHA • Small Forward • #24
18 days ago
In his first taste of the postseason, Miller delivered a well-rounded performance to help Charlotte keep its playoff hopes alive. The third-year forward was one of three Hornets players to score at least 20 points in the night, as he tied a team-high five three-pointers. Miller also made contributions on the glass and as a passer, while recording a couple of blocks to round out a very balanced effort. He’ll get a chance to dial up another strong performance on Friday when the Hornets face the winner of Wednesday’s Sixers-Magic game.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
18 days ago
Bridges was exceptional on both ends of the floor during Tuesday’s contest. In his team-high 43 minutes, he did lots of damage from beyond the arc, but also had his share of buckets inside the three-point line. The veteran forward also battled on the glass and nearly amassed a double-double. But perhaps his biggest moment came in the closing moments of the game when he went up and blocked Davion Mitchell’s game-winning shot attempt to keep the Hornets’ season alive. Bridges totaled four stocks and will try to land another impactful two-way performance on Friday against the winner of Sixers-Magic.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
18 days ago
Ball struggled from the field on Tuesday but made the shot that counted the most. Down by one point with under nine seconds to play, he caught the ball at the top of the arc, drove right, and finished a contested layup to give the Hornets the lead and ultimately the win. Ball had missed 19 of his 30 shot attempts prior to the go-ahead bucket that will keep Charlotte’s season alive. The sixth-year point guard tallied double-digit assists to go along with his 30 points. He’ll have a chance to record another double-double in the final elimination game on Friday, when they face the loser of Wednesday’s Philadelphia-Orlando matchup.
BOS • Guard • #55
20 days ago
Scheierman returned to the starting lineup and ended up seeing a lot more usage than he typically does. Boston was resting most of the usual rotation players, which allowed Scheierman to star. He provided excellent value across the board, which led the Celtics backups to an upset win over the Magic starters. Scheierman has been fantastic in his second season and should be a solid reserve option for Boston during the playoffs.
BOS • Shooting Guard and Point Guard • #
20 days ago
Harper signed a two-year standard deal last week after playing on a two-way contract for most of the season. He hasn’t seen the floor much this season, but he played a significant role in Game 82 with Boston having already clinched the No. 2 seed in the East. Harper likely won’t see the floor outside of garbage time during the playoffs, but he was able to take advantage of his extended opportunity in this game.
BOS • Center • #52
20 days ago
Garza got the starting nod in Game 82 with the Celtics already locked in as the No. 2 seed in the East. He set new season highs for points and rebounds while recording his second double-double of the year. Garza has been a solid rotation piece, which has led to this being the most productive season of his career. However, with the Celtics healthy entering the playoffs, his role will be limited during the postseason.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
While he only played 16 minutes on Sunday, White was effective in those moments. The Hornets guard shot 60 percent from the field overall and 3-of-6 from beyond the arc. White’s ability to provide scoring off the bench will be critical in the Play-In Tournament, which the Hornets will begin on Wednesday with a home game against the Heat. If Charlotte wins, they would visit the Orlando/Philadelphia loser on Friday, with the winner earning the No. 8 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
21 days ago
Ball finished Sunday’s victory with a complete stat line, but the efficiency was somewhat lacking. A 5-of-16 night from beyond the arc lowered the overall field-goal percentage, and he was also responsible for five turnovers. However, Ball has made strides in his efficiency this season, which is one reason the Hornets managed to qualify for the Play-In Tournament. They’ll need to win two games to reach the playoffs, starting with the Heat on Wednesday.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
21 days ago
Miller and the Hornets secured the No. 9 seed in the East with Sunday’s victory, meaning that they’ll host the Heat on Wednesday. However, he may not be a lock to play. Miller exited Sunday’s game during the fourth quarter after taking a shot to the head while attempting a layup. The Hornets never officially declared him done for the night, which may be a positive sign regarding his availability for Wednesday.
BOS • Guard • #28
21 days ago
González will get some extra rest after being a late addition to the injury report. Jordan Walsh and Baylor Scheierman should both play significant roles in this game with so many Celtics sidelined for the regular season finale.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Center • #9
21 days ago
Vučević will be sidelined for this game, as expected. The Celtics already clinched the No. 2 seed in the East, so he’ll get some extra rest before the playoffs. Amari Williams should play a significant role down low.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #30
21 days ago
As expected, Hauser will be unavailable for this game. Boston has already clinched the No. 2 seed in the East, so there is no reason for Hauser to suit up. Baylor Scheierman and Jordan Walsh should take on much larger roles.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Guard • #11
21 days ago
Pritchard was initially listed as doubtful and has now officially been ruled out for this game. Boston is already locked in as the No. 2 seed, so Pritchard will get some extra rest. Ron Harper Jr. should take on a large role with Pritchard out.
Source: Boston Celtics
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
21 days ago
The Hornets need either a win over the Knicks or a Heat loss to the Hawks to secure the No. 9 seed in the East. With Atlanta, like New York, sitting its entire starting five, the Hornets need to take care of business. White’s availability will undoubtedly help with that.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #28
21 days ago
Absent from the initial injury report, González has been added due to right foot pain. Given the number of Celtics who have already been ruled out for Sunday’s game, which will have no impact on the team’s playoff seeding, the rookie wing would miss out on an opportunity to play significant minutes if he can’t go.
Source: Justin Turpin
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
22 days ago
White is not on the injury report due to the sore groin that sidelined him for Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics, and he’s considered probable for Sunday’s game. The Hornets need a win to hold onto the No. 9 seed and host No. 10 Miami on Wednesday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #11
22 days ago
The Celtics, who secured the No. 2 seed in the East with Friday’s win over the Pelicans, will sit most of their key rotation players on Sunday. Pritchard and Hauser not playing would free up additional minutes for some of Boston’s rarely used perimeter reserves, including Ron Harper Jr. As for Vučević, his absence would open a spot in the rotation for Amari Williams.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Guard • #9
22 days ago
The Celtics have already ruled out four of their five starters for Sunday’s regular-season finale, as the outcome will not impact their playoff seeding. White’s absence should free up additional minutes for Ron Harper Jr. and Max Shulga. As for Queta, there will be more playing time available for Luka Garza, and Amari Williams could get rotation minutes as well.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
22 days ago
Friday’s win over the Pelicans secured the No. 2 seed for the Celtics, giving them nothing to play for in Sunday’s regular-season finale. Brown and Tatum not playing frees up playing time for Baylor Scheierman, Jordan Walsh, Hugo González and recent signing Dalano Banton.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Forward • #5
22 days ago
Banton, who spent some time with the Celtics on a 10-day contract out of the All-Star break, is returning to Beantown on a two-year deal. The versatile wing has spent most of the 2025-26 season in the G League, appearing in five NBA games for the Clippers and Celtics. With Boston having secured the No. 2 seed on Friday, Banton may absorb some minutes in Sunday’s regular-season finale against the Magic.
Source: Michael Scotto
BOS • Guard • #11
22 days ago
Pritchard came off the bench, but led the Celtics with 30 minutes played. The 28-year-old point guard had 21 points on 14 attempts from the field, five three-pointers and 10 assists. Pritchard provided seventh-round per game value this season. After another great year, he’s a candidate to sit out the Celtics’ last game on Sunday since they’ve now clinched the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
22 days ago
Brown had 23 points, but didn’t make much of an impact in any of the other categories and also had seven turnovers. It wasn’t the best return game for the 29-year-old shooting guard after missing Thursday’s loss to the Knicks with an Achilles injury. Brown would seem to be a potential candidate to sit out in the Celtics’ regular season finale against the Magic on Sunday.
BOS • Forward • #30
22 days ago
Hauser scored at least 20 points in a game once in the first three months of the year and has now done it twice already in April. The 28-year-old power forward made eight threes to give himself 24 points, which led the Celtics in the win over the Pelicans on Friday. Boston will wrap up the regular season on Sunday against the Magic.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
22 days ago
Ball continues to have great fantasy stats, but he didn’t have a great game against the Pistons on Friday. The 24-year-old point guard needed 20 attempts to get his 27 points and had four turnovers. As the starting point guard, he certainly had a hand in the Hornets scoring just 10 points in the fourth quarter as the Pistons pulled away. Charlotte will close out the season against the Knicks on Sunday.
BOS • Center • #88
23 days ago
Queta was initially listed as probable for this game, and now he has officially been cleared to suit up. He’ll occupy his typical spot in the starting unit for Boston as they look to lock up the second seed in the East.
Source: Boston Celtics
BOS • Forward • #30
23 days ago
Hauer started, but had just six points in 31 minutes in Thursday’s loss to the Knicks. The 28-year-old power forward is once again available despite a back injury, but don’t expect much of a fantasy ceiling.
BOS • Guard • #9
23 days ago
White will play both games of the Celtics’ back-to-back, with the team still one win away from guaranteeing itself the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. The Pelicans are shorthanded, so this may be a spot where the Celtics can give their available regulars a little more time on the bench.
Source: Bobby Manning
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
23 days ago
Brown missed Thursday’s loss to the Knicks, but he’s set to return after a one-game absence. With the 29-year-old small forward returning to the starting lineup, Jordan Walsh will head back to the bench.
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
23 days ago
Brown sat out Thursday’s loss to the Knicks, but he’s got a chance to return for the second leg of the Celtics’ back-to-back set. Expect him to handle his typical workload if he’s given the green light.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
23 days ago
White was listed as probable, so his availability isn’t surprising. Expect him to handle his usual workload as a microwave scorer off of Charlotte’s bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
BOS • Guard • #55
23 days ago
While he wasn’t Joe Mazzulla’s choice to fill in for the injured Jaylen Brown (Achilles), Scheierman still provided key offensive contributions on Thursday. The second-year wing made six of his seven three-point attempts, matching his career-high in points. In fact, Scheierman totaled 21 points over his previous five appearances. Jordan Walsh received the starting nod in New York, and he finished with five points, two rebounds, one assist and one three-pointer. Scheierman has the higher offensive ceiling, and that’s how things played out on Thursday.
BOS • Guard • #11
23 days ago
With no Jaylen Brown, the Celtics were going to need others to step up offensively on Thursday. Unsurprisingly, Pritchard answered the call, recording his first 20-point game since March 29 against the Hornets. He scored eight of his points in the third quarter, helping the Celtics erase a 12-point deficit and take a two-point lead into the fourth quarter. Pritchard’s 23 points weren’t enough to help Boston take home the victory, but they’re still well-positioned to be the No. 2 seed in the East.
BOS • Forward-Guard • #0
23 days ago
Thursday’s game was the first at Madison Square Garden for Tatum since he ruptured his Achilles tendon during Game 4 of last May’s second-round playoff series. The Celtics star recorded another double-double, his tenth of the season, and he’s scored at least 20 points in seven consecutive games. Add in the assists, and the overall stat line compensated for the low field-goal percentage. Plus, Boston played Thursday’s game without Jaylen Brown, which clearly makes a difference.
BOS • Guard • #27
24 days ago
The Celtics won’t have Jaylen Brown for Thursday’s game, as he sits due to an Achilles injury. He’s been replaced in the lineup by Walsh, who will be more valuable defensively than as a scorer. It would be unsurprising if he were given the task of defending Jalen Brunson.
Source: NBA Lineups
BOS • Center • #88
24 days ago
Queta is good to go after initially being questionable for Thursday’s game. He’ll take on his usual role as the Celtics’ starting center, with Nikola Vučević serving as his backup.
Source: Jay King
BOS • Guard • #9
24 days ago
Despite dealing with a knee contusion, White will be available on Thursday when the Celtics take the floor at Madison Square Garden. White provides high-level perimeter defense and a balance of scoring and playmaking on the offensive end. He’s averaged 18.7 points against the Knicks in their three matchups this season.
Source: Taylor Snow
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
24 days ago
White is on track to play after sitting out Tuesday’s loss to the Celtics with a sore left groin. His return likely means fewer minutes for Sion James, who logged 19 minutes off the bench in Boston.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #13
24 days ago
Hall suffered the injury while playing for the Hornets’ G League affiliate in the first round of the league playoffs. His absence does not affect Charlotte’s frontcourt rotation, but it may affect his availability for summer league play.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
BOS • Guard-Forward • #7
24 days ago
While Brown was present at pregame shootaround, the Celtics’ star did not participate. He’s now officially out, which could result in Jordan Walsh or Hugo González moving into the starting lineup.
Source: Taylor Snow
BOS • Guard • #9
24 days ago
Questionable with a right knee contusion, White did some shooting during Thursday’s pregame session and was in his practice uniform. However, Jaylen Brown (Achilles) was not in uniform. Both remain questionable for Thursday night’s game, with the Celtics one win away from sewing up the No. 2 seed in the East.
Source: Zack Cox
BOS • Center • #88
25 days ago
Hauser is dealing with lower back spasms, and Queta has a sprained right great toe. The latter’s absence would free up rotation minutes for Luka Garza and Nikola Vučević, and Vooch could use a few more minutes as he shakes off the rust following an extended absence due to a fractured hand. Hauser sitting out opens up playing time for Ron Harper Jr.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Small Forward • #24
25 days ago
Miller had 20 points, but not much else in the loss to the Celtics on Tuesday. The Hornets were 16-of-49 from behind the three-point line in this one and the 23-year-old small forward contributed to the total by going 2-of-8. Miller has provided top-60 per game value this season, making him a value at his preseason ADP.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
25 days ago
Ball followed up his 35-point performance in Sunday’s win over the Timberwolves with 36 points against the Celtics, though the Hornets weren’t fortunate enough to win this time. The 24-year-old point guard has been as advertised this year. There were great highs and lows, but in the end Ball stayed healthy and provided fourth-round per game value over the course of the season. That’s a win for his fantasy managers this year.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
26 days ago
White was downgraded to questionable Tuesday afternoon and subsequently ruled out with left groin soreness. The 26-year-old has excelled in a bench role since coming over from the Bulls before the trade deadline. Tre Mann could see a slight boost in minutes and production with White sidelined.
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
26 days ago
The downgrade in status so close to tip-off is never good news for a player’s availability. If White is sidelined, the Hornets will need to pick up the slack through a committee approach, but there are no actionable fantasy moves.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
27 days ago
White is managing some soreness in his groin, but he is expected to suit up against Boston. He’ll continue to be a fantastic option off the bench for Charlotte, though his fantasy impact has been limited by a lack of minutes, partially due to so many blowouts.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #0
27 days ago
Since coming over from the Bulls in a trade before this year’s deadline, White has routinely played 25 minutes or less per game. The 26-year-old point guard has displayed remarkable offensive efficiency with the Hornets as he’s consistently put up points without playing a ton of minutes. Sunday was his ninth game with at least 16 points in his last 12 games, and he did it despite just 20 minutes. White is most useful in points and category leagues because of his lack of production in the other categories.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
27 days ago
Bridges has now scored 25 points in two of his last three games and at least 19 points in four consecutive games. The 28-year-old small forward stepped up for the Hornets on a night when Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller combined for just 18 points. Bridges has provided eighth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets have three games in the last week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Tuesday.
CHA • Point Guard • #1
27 days ago
Ball had two 30-point games in the entire month of March and wasted no time by dropping 35 points in his third game in April. The 24-year-old point guard caught fire from downtown as he made 7-of-14 attempts from behind the three-point line. Ball has provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Hornets have three games in the final week of the regular season, starting with a matchup against the Celtics on Tuesday.
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
After missing Friday’s win over the Pacers, Diabaté is back and will assume his usual duties as the Hornets’ starting center. Ryan Kalkbrenner will head to the bench, which limits his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
Diabaté missed Friday’s win over the Pacers, but was listed as probable for Sunday’s game against the Timberwolves, so his availability isn’t a surprise. Ryan Kalkbrenner will head back to the bench as Diabaté returns to the starting lineup.
CHA • Center • #14
28 days ago
Diabaté did not play in Friday’s win over the Pacers, prompting Ryan Kalkbrenner to make his first start since February 22. With the Hornets’ usual starting center on track to play, Kalkbrenner will head to the bench, limiting his fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Center • #
29 days ago
With Moussa Diabaté out with a sore ankle, Kalkbrenner made his first start since February 22 on Friday. He didn’t offer a great deal as a scorer, but the rebounds and blocks are what most fantasy managers rostering the rookie center are looking for. If Diabaté remains out for Sunday’s game in Minnesota, another start will be in the cards for Kalkbrenner.
CHA • Power Forward and Small Forward • #0
29 days ago
One night removed from scoring 25 points in a win over the Suns, Bridges put up 19 more on Friday. Add in the assists and three-pointers, and this was another good performance for the Hornets’ forward. Bridges will look to end Week 23 on a high note when Charlotte visits Minnesota on Sunday.
CHA • Small Forward • #
29 days ago
Before Friday, Knueppel went nearly three weeks without consecutive 20-point games. He and the other Hornets did much of what they wanted to offensively, shooting 24-of-49 from beyond the arc. Knueppel was responsible for three made threes, moving to 7-of-16 over his last two games. It’s safe to say that he’s snapped out of the two-game mini-slump in which he shot 1-of-9 from beyond the arc.
CHA • Small Forward • #24
29 days ago
Miller did a good job scoring-wise on Friday, but the defensive contributions, as limited as they were, are a notable story from Friday’s win. Before Friday, he had last recorded at least one steal and one block in the same game on March 6. That isn’t a strong suit of Miller’s in terms of fantasy value, so Friday’s line was a welcome bonus for those rostering him. The Hornets play once more in Week 23, at Minnesota on Sunday.
CHA • Center • #
30 days ago
The Hornets are down a starter for Friday’s game, as Moussa Diabaté is out with a sore left ankle. Kalkbrenner moves into the starting five and should play plenty, as Grant Williams is also out for the Hornets.
Source: NBA Lineups
CHA • Center • #14
30 days ago
Diabaté will miss Friday’s game with a sore left ankle, likely meaning that Ryan Kalkbrenner will start. Taking on that role would raise the rookie’s fantasy ceiling, especially in what appears to be a favorable matchup for the Hornets.
Source: Charlotte Hornets