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CHA • • #
25 days ago
Kalkbrenner and his wife welcomed a new baby girl to the family Wednesday morning. The 23-year-old center is questionable for the game against the Bucks. Moussa Diabaté would likely start if Kalkbrenner isn’t available.
CHA • Guard • #24
26 days ago
Connaughton is on track to play Wednesday night despite showing up in the injury report. His availability does not impact fantasy basketball, however, as he has not exceeded 14 minutes in any of his six appearances this season.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #25
26 days ago
Simpson is dealing with a sprained left AC joint, but he should ultimately be cleared to play based on the probable tag. While rotation minutes have become available with LaMelo Ball unavailable, Simpson hasn’t done enough to merit being rostered in fantasy leagues.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #2
26 days ago
Sexton is dealing with a strained right ankle, so he’s on the injury report. However, the probable tag suggests he’ll be available, starting alongside Kon Knueppel and Sion James. Sexton hasn’t been a great option in category leagues, but he’s worth rostering as long as the Hornets are without LaMelo Ball.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #1
26 days ago
Ball was assigned to the Hornets’ G League affiliate on Tuesday, presumably to get in some live practice reps. He’ll remain sidelined for Wednesday’s game, meaning that Sion James will stick in the starting lineup. While solid as a starter, James is not a must-stream player.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #1
26 days ago
Mason Plumlee has also been assigned to the Hornets’ G League affiliate. This is a good sign for Ball, who could be close to returning after missing their last three games. This isn’t a guarantee that he’ll be available on Wednesday against the Bucks, but it’s a positive development. Sion James will return to a reserve role when Ball is healthy.
Source: Greensboro Swarm
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
26 days ago
Bey has reached double figures in four straight games, having started the last three. His place in the starting lineup may be secure until Zion Williamson (hamstring) returns from injury. With Williamson due to be re-evaluated this week, more will be learned about his recovery and how soon he’ll be able to play. Bey hasn’t done enough to merit being rostered in most fantasy leagues, ranking just outside the top-150 in nine-cat formats over the last week.
NOP • • #
26 days ago
For any rookie, much less one being asked to master the point guard position in the NBA, there are going to be bumps in the road. Fears struggled against the Suns, shooting poorly and committing five turnovers while recording just one assist. The good news is that he did record three steals and three three-pointers, so there was some value. If anything, fantasy managers have to hope that the early struggles give way to improved play as the season wears on, especially if the Pelicans find themselves out of playoff contention in the final months.
NOP • F • #25
26 days ago
After going off for 41 points on Saturday, Murphy was held in check by the Suns on Monday. With Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole unavailable, more of the offense will run through Murphy. And the Pelicans’ use of rookie Jeremiah Fears at the point has not negatively impacted Trey’s fantasy value. He’s providing third-round value in nine-cat formats, exceeding his Yahoo! ADP of 42. As long as he stays healthy, Murphy is more than capable of being a top-50 player in fantasy basketball at a minimum.
CHA • • #
26 days ago
Given their respective Yahoo! ADPs, few fantasy managers expected Knueppel to outperform college teammate Cooper Flagg. There’s still a lot of basketball to be played by both, but the Hornets have to be thrilled with what they’ve seen from Knueppel. The rookie finished Monday’s game one assist shy of his first triple-double, and he was efficient in putting up those numbers. Knueppel’s rostered in just 37 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is way too low given his production and his place in the Hornets’ rotation. Especially with LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller out due to injury.
CHA • Forward • #0
26 days ago
Initially questionable for Monday’s game with back spasms, Bridges looked fine against the Lakers. He shot well over 50 percent from the field and recorded a complete stat line while only committing two turnovers. With LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller out due to injury, most of the offense has run through Bridges, and he’s closing in on top-25 value in nine-cat formats. While some may be tempted to sell high, the circumstances make Bridges a player worth holding onto until there’s a clearer idea of how much longer Ball and Miller will be out.
CHA • Forward • #14
26 days ago
After playing 22 minutes off the bench in Friday’s loss to the Heat, Diabaté played more than starter Ryan Kalkbrenner on Monday. The fourth-year forward/center was the more active of the two defensively, recording five “stocks” in 29 minutes while Kalkbrenner (nine points and four rebounds in 19 minutes) got into early foul trouble and was not responsible for any steals or blocked shots. Both players will log rotation minutes, but who plays more may come down to a “hot hand” situation for Hornets head coach Charles Lee. Diabaté was the superior performer on Monday, so he played more.
CHA • Guard • #2
26 days ago
Sexton is back in the starting lineup after missing Friday’s loss to the Heat with a neck injury. His return means Tre Mann will be relegated to the bench, lowering his fantasy ceiling considerably. However, he will still be in the rotation as the Hornets continue without the injured LaMelo Ball.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #0
26 days ago
Bridges was originally listed as questionable with back spasms over the weekend, but was upgraded to probable Monday afternoon. Now that Bridges is officially available, expect him to handle his typical workload against the Lakers.
NOP • C • #21
27 days ago
Missi will be back in action following a three-game absence, though it’s unclear if he’ll immediately reclaim his starting gig. New Orleans’ frontcourt rotation is messy, with all of Kevon Looney, Karlo Matkovic and Derik Queen vying for minutes in the wake of Zion Williamson’s hamstring injury.
Source: Jim Eichenhofer
CHA • Forward • #0
27 days ago
Bridges hasn’t missed a game this season, and of course Monday’s matchup with LA will be no exception. Expect him to take the floor and handle his usual allotment of minutes.
Source: Trevor Lane
CHA • Guard • #2
28 days ago
Sexton missed the Hornets’ most recent game with a neck injury, but he’s good to go for Monday. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) still out, Sexton should return to the starting lineup, pushing Tre Mann to the bench.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #0
28 days ago
Bridges is dealing with back spasms, which is why he is on the injury report for Monday night. He’s yet to miss a game this season, and Bridges not playing would leave a sizable hole in the Hornets’ rotation. Pat Connaughton may figure more prominently in the rotation after playing 10 minutes in Friday’s loss to the Heat, but he would not be worth streaming.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #1
28 days ago
Ball has missed the last three games with a right ankle impingement, and he’ll miss a fourth on Monday. Tre Mann started Friday’s loss to the Heat, but that was due to Collin Sexton also being out. With Sexton absent from the Hornets’ injury report for Monday, he’ll likely replace Mann in the starting lineup.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
NOP • C • #21
28 days ago
Missi could return following a three-game absence, and his availability could mean fewer minutes for Karlo Matković and Kevon Looney. With Zion Williamson (hamstring) out at least a week, rookie Derik Queen still carries some fantasy appeal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
28 days ago
Pelicans coach Willie Green is starting to give Queen more minutes, and good things are happening. Over the last three games, he is averaging 12 points, 6.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 2.3 steals per game. His shooting has been inefficient, and he turns the ball over, but there is a lot to like from Queen early on in his career. It is going to be difficult to keep him in a reserve role if he keeps playing this well.
NOP • • #
28 days ago
Most rookie point guards struggle early on, and while Fears hasn’t been flawless, he’s had success quickly. He is averaging 13.8 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.0 three-pointer with only 2.1 turnovers in 25.9 minutes per game while shooting 44.2 percent from the floor. Those aren’t great numbers, but they’re impressive for a starting point guard on a team that isn’t winning, especially one that’s only 19 years old. Brighter days are ahead for Fears.
NOP • F • #25
28 days ago
Murphy carried the offense for New Orleans in this game and ended up setting a new season-high for points, which matched his career-high. Murphy has finished with exactly 41 points three times in his career, but it wasn’t enough for them to get a win on Saturday. Still, it has been a slow start for Murphy, so this type of performance was encouraging. He’ll look to stay hot in Phoenix on Monday.
CHA • Forward • #14
29 days ago
Charlotte’s centers combined to block seven shots on Friday. Starter Ryan Kalkbrenner (10 points, five rebounds) was responsible for four blocks while Diabaté contributed three, along with his third double-double of the season. Despite coming off the bench, Diabaté has provided solid late-round value in 12-team formats, which is why he’s rostered in 13 percent of Yahoo! leagues. He’s worth holding onto in deep leagues.
CHA • • #
29 days ago
Knueppel’s field goal percentage wasn’t great, but that is not a big deal given the overall production. The rookie notched his first 30-point game and a complete stat line, putting up 23 shots on a night when the Hornets were without LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton. Even when those two return, Knueppel will be in the starting lineup, and he should probably be rostered in a higher percentage of fantasy leagues. He’s currently rostered in 28 percent of Yahoo! leagues.
CHA • Guard • #23
29 days ago
With LaMelo Ball and Collin Sexton unavailable due to injury, Mann made his first start since April 14, 2024. The former first-round pick took advantage of his opportunity, even if the field-goal percentage was low. Mann recorded his first 20-point game of the season and provided good value in the rebound and assist categories. Charlotte won’t play again during Week 3, but Mann would have streaming value if Ball and Sexton miss Monday’s game against the Lakers.
CHA • Guard • #23
29 days ago
Already without LaMelo Ball, the Hornets won’t have Collin Sexton for Friday’s game, either. As a result, Mann will make his first start of the season. He and Kon Knueppel are worth streaming until Ball and Sexton return, while James is an option for deep-league managers needing defensive production.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Guard • #1
29 days ago
Friday’s absence will mark the third straight for Ball, who was injured in a blowout loss to the Timberwolves to begin the month. The sixth-year guard was off to another strong start, averaging 23.3 points, 7.8 rebounds, and 9.8 assists through his first six appearances of the season. Without him, and also without Collin Sexton (neck), the Hornets will be without two of their main backcourt options and two of their top three scorers against the Heat.
Source: Owen O’Connor
CHA • Guard • #2
29 days ago
Sexton has been downgraded from doubtful to out, joining LaMelo Ball (ankle) on the sideline. Tre Mann, Liam McNeeley and KJ Simpson should play plenty due to the Hornets not having their two best guards. Of the three, Mann offers the highest streaming ceiling.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • C • #21
30 days ago
Missi will miss a third straight game, which means more playing time for Kevon Looney, Karlo Matkovic and rookie Derik Queen. Queen offers the highest upside of the trio, though New Orleans’ platoon approach at center lowers his fantasy appeal.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #2
30 days ago
Sexton was listed as probable on Thursday, but he’s now in danger of sitting out based on Friday’s update. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) also listed as doubtful, Tre Mann is the most likely candidate to fill in for Sexton as a microwave scoring option.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #1
30 days ago
Ball’s change in designation means he’ll likely miss a third straight game. That should lead to another start for Sion James, who will carry some streaming value in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • G • #13
30 days ago
With Poole sidelined, rookie Jeremiah Fears should get a boost, though Fears was already a player worth picking up prior to Poole’s injury. Jordan Hawkins and Jose Alvarado should see an increase in playing time as well.
Source: Chris B. Haynes
CHA • Guard • #2
about 1 month ago
Sexton has started the last three games for the Hornets and should remain in that role once again despite a neck injury. LaMelo Ball (ankle) is questionable once again, and if he remains out, Sexton will see a boost in usage.
CHA • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Ball has missed the Hornets’ last two games, which has allowed Sion James to start in his place. If Ball remains out, James should get another start, though he will only be worth streaming in deeper leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy had scored at least 17 points in three consecutive games entering play Wednesday, but had just 11 points in a clunker of a performance against the Mavericks. It was the third time in eight games this year that the 25-year-old small forward has shot 27.3 percent or less from the field. Murphy has a couple days to find his jump shot before the Pelicans take on the Spurs on Saturday.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Bey drew a spot start against the Mavericks on Wednesday with Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole (knee) both out. The 26-year-old shooting guard came through as a streaming option if you needed points and threes. Bey had game-high 22 points including four made three-points. He’ll return to the bench when the Pelicans are fully healthy.
NOP • Guard-Forward • #14
about 1 month ago
Already without Zion Williamson, the Pelicans will not have Jordan Poole (knee) available for Wednesday’s game, either. Those absences push Bey into the starting lineup, and he’s worth considering as a deep-league streamer. The other four starters are unchanged from Tuesday’s win over the Hornets.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
Poole is set to miss the second game of a back-to-back against the Mavericks on Wednesday. The 26-year-old shooting guard is dealing with a knee injury and was previously listed as questionable. The Pelicans have a number of options to replace Poole in the starting lineup including Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado. Rookie Jeremiah Fears should also see a boost in minutes and usage Wednesday.
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
Poole moved back to the starting unit against the Hornets on Tuesday in place of Zion Williamson (hamstring). If Poole sits out the second leg of the back-to-back, there are multiple options to replace him, including Jordan Hawkins, Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado, depending on how big Pelicans coach Willie Green wants his starting lineup to be. Jeremiah Fears, who is already starting, would also see a bump in minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
This will be a second straight absence for Missi. Kevon Looney played 15 minutes as a starter on Tuesday, while Derik Queen played 18 minutes off the bench and Karlo Matkovic played 15 minutes. Clearly, there isn’t a major beneficiary from Missi’s absence, though Queen did the most with his minutes. Perhaps he can take on a larger role against Dallas.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy helped New Orleans snap an abysmal six-game losing streak to open the season by draining five of his 10 three-point attempts on a night when the Pelicans knocked down 17 of 38 (45 percent) from beyond the arc. The 25-year-old has scored at least 17 points in three consecutive contests after being held to just seven in back-to-back blowout losses last week.
CHA • Forward • #0
about 1 month ago
On the heels of a 29-point performance over the weekend in a blowout win over Utah without LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder), Bridges reached the 20-point plateau once again in this one. He had a chance to give the Hornets the lead in the closing seconds, but his fadeaway three-pointer came up short. He did most of his damage in the first half of this one when he drained three of five three-point attempts to notch a game-high 16 points at the break. He’ll be asked to carry Charlotte’s offense while both Ball and Bridges are out.
NOP • G • #15
about 1 month ago
Alvarado knocked down four treys, including a go-ahead bucket with 15.4 seconds left in the contest, to give New Orleans a much-needed spark off the bench. The Pelicans also got significant contributions from Saddiq Bey, who added 17 points of his own, and high-flying Karlo Matković, who supplied a couple highlight-reel dunks as part of his 13 points. The 27-year-old role player has taken a backseat with rookie Jeremiah Fears getting an opportunity in the starting lineup at the outset of the season, but he cracked the 30-minute mark for the first time this season in this one.
CHA • • #
about 1 month ago
Knueppel eclipsed 20 points for the second straight contest with both LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder) sidelined with injuries. The 20-year-old lottery pick connected on just three of 10 three-point attempts in this one, but went 4-for-6 inside the arc. He’s been a nice addition for fantasy managers in deeper leagues as he’s shown some scoring and rebounding upside in the early stages of his rookie campaign.
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
The Pelicans are without Zion Williamson and Yves Missi, with the former sidelined for at least 7-10 days. Poole and Looney will start, with the latter making his second appearance of the season. While Poole has increased value in fantasy leagues, Looney is not worth the risk, especially with Derik Queen waiting in the wings.
Source: NBA Lineups
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Missi, who was initially questionable, will miss his second game of the season. However, while the Pelicans went small for their October 24 loss to the Spurs, inserting Saddiq Bey into the lineup, that was with a healthy Zion Williamson. Williamson (hamstring) won’t be available on Tuesday, potentially resulting in a spot start for DeAndre Jordan and Derik Queen.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson’s sore left hamstring has been diagnosed as a Grade 1 strain, and the Pelicans will re-evaluate him in 7-10 days. Given the timeline, he’ll miss at least five games, starting with Tuesday’s matchup with Charlotte. For the most recent game that Williamson missed, an October 27 loss to the Celtics, Jordan Poole served as the fifth starter. Taking on that role would raise his fantasy ceiling, and Jeremiah Fears should have even more opportunities to facilitate offense.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
CHA • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Ball will miss a second straight game, which means rookie Sion James could be in line for another start. James went for 15/5/3 across 29 minutes as a starter on Sunday, nailing three triples along the way. James has streaming appeal here, and Collin Sexton and Kon Knueppel should see bumps in production as a result of Ball’s continued absence.
Source: NBA Injury Report
CHA • Guard • #1
about 1 month ago
Ball did not play in Sunday’s win over the Jazz. Rookie Sion James moved into the starting lineup, and Collin Sexton shifted into the point guard position. Both were productive enough to merit being slotted into lineups with Ball unavailable, and that can also be said for Kon Knueppel. Sexton and Knueppel will have fantasy staying power if Ball plays on Tuesday, but James will not.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
CHA • Forward • #24
about 1 month ago
Miller injured his left shoulder during Charlotte’s October 25 loss to the 76ers. Upon the Hornets’ return from their road trip, the initial diagnosis of a left shoulder subluxation was confirmed, and he will miss at least two weeks before being re-evaluated. Kon Knueppel returned to the starting lineup in Miller’s absence and should retain that role for the foreseeable future. The rookie isn’t a must-add, but his fantasy ceiling is raised.
Source: Charlotte Hornets
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson, on the Pelicans’ injury report due to a sore left hamstring, played 28 minutes in Sunday’s blowout loss to the Thunder. If he’s unable to play, rookie Jeremiah Fears should have even more opportunities to serve as the primary playmaker. Also, Saddiq Bey would figure more prominently in the rotation.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • C • #21
about 1 month ago
Missi has started the last two games for the Pelicans, so if he isn’t able to play through the illness, that spot would be open. Kevon Looney would likely fill the void, with Derik Queen and DeAndre Jordan taking on extra minutes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
NOP • • #
about 1 month ago
Fears had an up-and-down game on Sunday. He shot the ball well, especially from beyond the arc, and scored in double figures for the third straight game and fifth time in his rookie season. Yet, he committed a career-high five turnovers and struggled with ball security against a tough OKC defense. Even with the rookie growing pains, Fears has had an impressive start to his career and consistently functioned as one of New Orleans’ most reliable players on a nightly basis. He’ll likely continue starting for the Pelicans and should only improve with more experience.
NOP • F • #25
about 1 month ago
Murphy’s stats didn’t jump off the page on Sunday, but it’s worth noting that he was able to tally back-to-back games of at least 17 points and five three-pointers. While the overall offensive production likely hasn’t met expectations from a fantasy basketball standpoint, it appears that Murphy has found his touch from beyond the arc after some early-season struggles. The fifth-year forward has also done solid work on the glass and appears to have made some strides as a passer through six games.
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson had a balanced performance on the offensive end despite a blowout loss limiting him to just 28 minutes of action. While on the floor, he shot efficiently and led the Pelicans in rebounds and assists. Poor free-throw shooting and four turnovers ultimately hurt his fantasy production, but he still finished as one of New Orleans’ most impactful players on the day. His production will remain important moving forward as the Pelicans look to collect their first win of the season when facing the Hornets on Tuesday.
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Looney sprained his knee during the preseason and will be available to suit up for the first time this season against OKC. Yves Missi started the last game for the Pelicans, with Derik Queen filling out most of the backup minutes. Looney will be in the mix for center minutes, though it’s unclear who will start.
Source: Andrew Lopez
NOP • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Looney has been out since the preseason with a sprained left knee. While he can provide added depth at the center position once cleared to return, Looney is unlikely to impact fantasy basketball. Yves Missi has been the starter, with Derik Queen getting minutes off the bench and Zion Williamson occasionally playing the five in smaller lineups.
Source: New Orleans Pelicans
NOP • F • #1
about 1 month ago
Williamson did not record any defensive stats on Friday, but the rebounding and offensive production were good. The two issues for fantasy managers have been free-throw percentage and turnovers, but Zion made 11 of his 13 free throws against the Clippers. He was responsible for three turnovers, equaling his season average. For managers not too concerned about free-throw percentage, turnovers or three-pointers, Zion is providing top-25 value when punting those categories.
NOP • G • #13
about 1 month ago
Coming off the bench for the second straight game, Poole was far better on Friday than in Wednesday’s blowout loss to the Nuggets. The 30 points were a season-high for the Pelicans guard, who still provides top-100 value in eight- and nine-cat formats. Jeremiah Fears (13/4/8/4 with two three-pointers) didn’t shoot the ball well as the starting point guard, but he did not commit a turnover in his 29 minutes. With Fears being a lottery pick, it makes sense for the Pelicans to prioritize his development. Poole can share the court with the rookie, but he’ll only provide reliable fantasy value if he’s bought into his new role.