Despite reports during training camp that the Hornets hoped to keep Connaughton around for his locker-room influence, the team has reportedly decided to move on. The veteran guard appeared in 42 games last season, averaging just over seven minutes per appearance. Connaughton’s exit won’t affect fantasy basketball because he was unlikely to log consistent rotation minutes in Charlotte.
Neither player’s status affects fantasy basketball, but Connaughton could slide into the back end of the Hornets’ rotation. That was unlikely to be the case for McNeeley.
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Connaughton was not available for Tuesday’s win over the Kings, but his absence did not significantly affect the Hornets’ rotation. That would remain the case if he can’t play against the Knicks.
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Due to the moves the Hornets have made over the last two days, there was a need to free up a roster spot. As a result, Connaughton, who had not been in the rotation on most nights, has been waived. This transaction does not affect fantasy basketball, and Connaughton will be able to sign with any team as a free agent once he clears waivers.
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After a two-game absence, Connaughton will be available on Thursday. However, his availability does not affect fantasy basketball or the Hornets’ rotation.
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Connaughton was a late addition to the injury report ahead of Saturday’s win over the Jazz, a game he ultimately sat out. His availability does not affect fantasy basketball.
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A late addition to the Hornets’ injury report, Connaughton will not be available for Saturday’s game. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball or the Hornets’ rotation.
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Connaughton is a late addition to the injury report, but he isn’t part of the Hornets’ rotation when he’s healthy. His potential absence won’t open up minutes for any other Hornets.
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Connaughton has not played more than six minutes in any of the four games he’s played since returning from a strained calf that sidelined him for nearly a month. Even if he’s available on Wednesday, there’s no need to consider rostering him in fantasy leagues.
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After missing almost a month, Connaughton will be available to suit up off the bench for Charlotte. The veteran wing has played a minimal role this season. Tidjane Salaun and Josh Green may lose a couple minutes with Connaughton back, but that isn’t guaranteed and won’t impact fantasy basketball regardless.
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Connaughton has not appeared in a game since November 22, but this is the first time the Hornets have not immediately ruled him out. If he can play, the veteran wing is unlikely to get the minutes needed to provide consistent fantasy value.
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Connaughton has not appeared in a game since November 22. His continued absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as the veteran wing is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy.
Connaughton has been unavailable since November 22 and has no return timeline. His absence does not affect fantasy basketball, as Connaughton did not play consistent rotation minutes when healthy.
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Connaughton has not appeared in a game since November 22. His absence will not affect fantasy basketball, as the veteran wing is not guaranteed rotation minutes when healthy.
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Connaughton hurt his calf last week against the Clippers and hasn’t played since. The 32-year-old shooting guard is set to miss his fourth consecutive game against the Raptors on Saturday. As a reserve, his absence doesn’t significantly impact fantasy basketball.
Connaughton injured his calf during the Hornets’ November 22 loss to the Clippers and has not played since, missing the last two games. Friday’s game will be the third on the shelf for Connaughton, but it will not affect fantasy basketball.
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