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Charlotte Hornets Face Tough Challenge with Key Player Sidelined

Charlotte, USATue Nov 04 2025

The Charlotte Hornets find themselves in a tough spot. Despite having a lot of talent, injuries are making it difficult for them to play their best. Recently, they secured a victory against the Utah Jazz, bringing their record to 3-4. However, they will have to play without one of their top players, Brandon Miller, for at least two weeks.

Miller's Injury: A Setback for the Hornets

Miller is dealing with a shoulder injury called a subluxation. This type of injury can be tricky and may take a while to heal, even if he feels better in two weeks. The Hornets will have to wait and see how serious it is before they know when he can play again.

Miller has only played one full game this season, getting hurt early in the second game. Without him, the Hornets will need to find other ways to win games. Last season, Miller was a big part of the team, scoring 21 points per game. His injuries are a big concern for Charlotte.

Sexton Steps Up

With Miller out, the Hornets are turning to Collin Sexton to fill the starter role. Sexton is having a great season, averaging 16 points and 5 assists per game. He is shooting well from the field and from three-point range. Sexton is a key player for the Hornets, especially with Miller injured.

Other Key Players

Other players like LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges are also important for Charlotte. Kon Knueppel, a rookie, has been playing well too. He has started most of the games this season and is averaging 14 points per game. If Knueppel keeps playing like this, the Hornets will be in good shape while they wait for Miller to return.

Looking Ahead

The Hornets are hoping Miller can come back soon, but they will have to be patient. In the meantime, they will rely on their other players to step up and fill the gap.

questions

    How does the Hornets' current roster depth compare to other teams in the NBA?
    Could Brandon Miller's injury be a result of foul play or sabotage within the team?
    Is Kon Knueppel's rise in minutes a sign that the Hornets are planning to rename the team to the 'Hornets and Knueppels'?

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