Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (shoulder) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Dallas Mavericks. Oubre was forced to exit early on Thursday due to a shoulder injury. He didn't return to the game and it appears the left shoulder issue is still bothering him. His absence would mean increased minutes for Gordon Hayward and Svi Mykhailiuk. Both could have streaming value with the Hornets already shorthanded.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (shoulder) has been ruled out for the rest of Thursday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. More bad news for the Hornets with Terry Rozier (foot) exiting early during this game. Now, Oubre leaves after 12 minutes due to a left shoulder strain. The Hornets don't have any reason to push their players back on the court considering they aren't in the playoff hunt. The absence of Oubre should mean more minutes for Bryce McGowens and Svi Mykhailiuk. Fantasy managers should check back after the game for another update on Oubre.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (back) was forced to miss their game on Sunday with back discomfort but is now listed as probable for their contest on Tuesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The good news is that the injury wasn't in his wrist that kept him out for a lot of this season. Hopefully, the one-game absence is all that is needed as he could be an important piece for fantasy managers since LaMelo Ball (ankle) is out for the season. He's currently ranked in the top 80 for per-game value in nine-category leagues.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (back) won't suit up for Sunday's clash with Cleveland. The 24-year-old scored a team-high 24 points in 36 minutes against the Utah Jazz on Saturday. However, he's now out with back discomfort, although he may just be getting the evening off. As a result, Dennis Smith Jr. will take Oubre's spot in the rotation. Smith has averaged 10.0 points, 6.8 assists, and 2.0 steals in 12 starts this season, so category managers could benefit from his presence in the lineup. Yet, his shooting percentages aren't the best, which is something to consider.

On Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets made it official when they shut down their star guard LaMelo Ball for the remainder of the 2022-2023 NBA season.Many fantasy managers' worst fears were realized when Ball's non-contact injury in Monday night's game against Detroit turned out to be a fractured ankle. Charlotte's season was already lost, but fantasy managers were hoping to get a few more weeks from Ball who, when healthy, was putting up huge numbers this season.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

2022-2023 Season Recap

LaMelo Ball will finish his third NBA season with the following numbers.23.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 8.4 assists, 4.0 3PM, 1.3 STL, 0.3 BLK, 3.6 TO, 41.1% FG%, 83.6% FT%He played in only 36 games this year and is currently 32nd overall in per-game value for 9-cat in Basketball Monster's player ratings.When he was on the floor, he was a triple-double threat on a nightly basis. His talent is undeniable. Just look at what he did to the Spurs only a few weeks before getting hurt.

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LeBron James has dominated the National Basketball Association since entering the league straight from high school. He's won numerous awards and has led several teams to an NBA Championship. During the 2022-23 season, the Akron, Ohio, native continued to get it done, despite battling several nagging ailments along the way.However, James' latest issue, a right foot injury, is expected to keep him out indefinitely. So what does this mean, and will we see James back on the court this season? Is there a chance he won't return?To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

LeBron James Injury Update

James injured his right foot during the third quarter of Sunday's comeback win over the Dallas Mavericks. It was a tense few seconds after the multi-time MVP clutched his foot after suffering what was deemed a "non-contact injury." The concern grew to greater heights after he was overheard saying, "I heard a pop." Situations like this are never good, as many were concerned that an Achilles tear could be the culprit.https://twitter.com/FanDuelTV/status/1630602449227595777?s=20Yet, after James gathered himself, he tightened his shoe and finished the game, totaling 26 points, eight rebounds, one block, and one steal. Head coach Darvin Ham appeared optimistic while speaking postgame, stating the 38-year-old was "good."However, that couldn't be further from the case, with The Athletic's Shams Charania reporting that James would "miss an extended period of time" because of the foot injury. Charania later added that the all-time scoring leader would "require multiple opinions."https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1630363560051187712?s=20 

LeBron James' Season Recap

Despite James' advanced NBA age, he's still productive. In 47 appearances, he's averaged 29.5 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 6.9 assists. While his three-point percentage has regressed, that's never been his strong suit.James was also named an All-Star captain while recently passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar to become the NBA's all-time scoring leader.https://twitter.com/NBAonTNT/status/1623184801284104192?s=20That said, despite some high-level accomplishments, the year has been a rough one for the 2003 No. 1 overall pick. He's battled left foot soreness for nearly the entire season, so much so that he routinely carried some type of injury designation heading into almost all of his games over the last few months.... [More]

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (hand) is expected to make his return from hand surgery on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 27-year-old hasn't played since December 29 and his original timetable did target a return right after the All-Star break so it looks like his recovery is right on time. With Terry Rozier (hand) also listed as probable, Oubre may come off of the bench for the first game back. There isn't any word about a minute restriction, so managers might want to proceed with caution when thinking about deploying him into lineups.

Without a doubt, Kyrie Irving is arguably one of the most naturally gifted players in the National Basketball Association. He's a fantastic ball-handler and can get to the rim with ease. However, the former Duke Blue Devil's career has been surrounded by controversy, ultimately impacting his ability to win an MVP.The NBA trade deadline kicked off with a bang when Irving, who had demanded a trade out of Brooklyn, was traded to the Dallas Mavericks. NBA fans and fantasy managers are left wondering how things will play out.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Kyrie Irving's Season Recap

Irving got suspended for an antisemitic social media post, keeping him out of the lineup for eight games. But since then, the 30-year-old stayed out of the limelight, so most had assumed he finally turned things around. He's played well all season, averaging 27.1 points, 5.3 assists, 5.1 rebounds, and 1.0 steals in 40 appearances.https://twitter.com/ShamsCharania/status/1622324668047794177?s=20&t=NTffJ2tRvNpjAA7bddjYHQHe was also selected to the All-Star team for the eighth time in his career. However, things were apparently going too well, as Irving dropped a bombshell by requesting a trade. His wish was granted, as he was sent to Dallas in exchange for ... [More]

It wasn't a good day for many clubs around the National Basketball Association, with many teams dealing with unsettling injuries to their top players. Although these situations are always challenging for teams, fantasy managers are also left scrambling to find a replacement.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Saturday, January 21, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

Marcus Smart Injury Update

The Celtics were without Jayson Tatum for Saturday's meeting with Toronto, as the MVP candidate got the day off to deal with wrist soreness. Luckily, the C's recently got Jaylen Brown back from a three-game layoff, so the team at least had its No. 2 scoring option. Boston also had Marcus Smart, who is proficient on both ends of the floor.Unfortunately, the reigning NBA Defensive Player of the Year's evening didn't last long, as he exited in the first half after suffering a sprained right ankle. Smart has battled ankle injuries throughout his career, so fantasy managers are familiar with this.https://twitter.com/ChrisForsberg_/status/1616933981362028546?s=20&t=ADA6dM_t2muMcgq6cJRitwWhile X-ray results were encouraging, revealing no structural damage, he'll likely miss a game or two, possibly more. As a result, ... [More]

It was a busy nine-game slate around the National Basketball Association. However, it wasn't a good night for many clubs, especially the ones that dealt with an injury.This article will highlight some of the critical injuries that occurred on Wednesday, January 18, 2023. At the same time, we will cover some players who were ruled out with a pre-existing ailment while examining which players have benefited.To keep close tabs on all of the news across the NBA, make sure to favorite or bookmark the RotoBaller Fantasy Basketball Newspage, or download the free RotoBaller fantasy basketball mobile app with push notification alerts on all the latest news. 

LaMelo Ball Injury Update

LaMelo Ball exited Monday's meeting with the Rockets with a sprained left ankle. This is an all too familiar ailment, as the 21-year-old injured it twice already this season. He missed the first 13 games of the 2022-23 campaign because of it before making his season debut on November 12 against Miami.https://twitter.com/HornetsOnBally/status/1615898994508546048?s=20&t=2ONmwk9cIuX1k5z8xOpxsQUnfortunately, the 2020 No. 3 overall pick was incapacitated again after stepping on a fan's foot during a matchup with Indiana just a few days later, keeping him sidelined for an additional 11 games. Now, it appears fantasy managers will be without Ball for a while, considering he needed help getting to the locker room.With ... [More]

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 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.

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 guard/forward Kelly Oubre Jr. had a 29-point outing against the Sixers on Sunday, shooting 11-for-23 from the field with a 3-for-8 effort from downtown in a 131-113 loss. He collected three rebounds as well with one assist, two steals and one block in 37 minutes. The 27-year-old has now scored 20-plus points in eight consecutive games. Injuries have hurt the team badly, but Oubre Jr. likely isn't complaining, as it's allowed him to play a bigger role. Through six games, he's even averaged 38.7 minutes a night this month. Oubre Jr. had only seven games in total with 20-plus points this season before starting his current scoring surge, so he's clearly playing his best basketball of the campaign right now. For the whole season, Oubre Jr. is averaging 20.8 points, 5.2 rebounds and 1.7 steals.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been asked to pick up the slack on offense with the team shorthanded. On Friday, Oubre knocked down 10-of-21 field goal attempts for 28 points with six rebounds and three steals in the win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. This was another nice outing by Oubre who has been playing better lately. The Hornets are without LaMelo Ball (ankle), which has forced Oubre to be more of a playmaker on offense. It's uncertain if this type of play will continue once Ball returns to the court. Until then, it looks like Oubre is going to be a reliable fantasy option.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. cashed in on a hot shooting night despite the loss to the Miami Heat on Thursday night. The 26-year-old logged 29 points, seven rebounds, two assists, two steals, and one block while shooting 11-for-20 overall and 7-for-13 from beyond the arc. Oubre continues to put up big games as he gets more and more opportunities due to the gap left open at the forward position. He's been a tremendous value pick at his ADP of 136.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. cashed in a big night in the team's blowout win against the Atlanta Hawks. The 26-year-old has stepped into a bigger role with all of the injuries and off-court issues with the team. On Sunday night, he dropped 24 points, 10 rebounds and one steal on 9-for-20 shooting overall and 3-for-6 from beyond the arc. He's going to continue to get starter's minutes with Miles Bridges not around, but fantasy managers shouldn't always expect this production when LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier return to the lineup.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (ankle) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers. This marks the second game in a row that Oubre has missed due to a left ankle sprain. It's a shame because Oubre was starting to heat up before the injury. Gordon Hayward will be sidelined as well on Sunday due to COVID-19 protocols. Cody Martin should see a significant role during Sunday's game. He's not normally a huge contributor, but will have streaming appeal because he'll likely see 30-plus minutes during this game.

Charlotte Hornets forward Kelly Oubre Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Miami Heat. It's a shame that Oubre won't get to follow up his 39-point performance on Wednesday. However, he should be back soon and fantasy managers should monitor him in fantasy formats. Oubre appears to be heating up, so now might be the best time to snag him. Cody Martin should get increased playing time with Oubre sidelined here. However, he's not exactly a strong fantasy option and can be ignored in most formats.

Charlotte Hornets shooting guard/small forward Kelly Oubre Jr. has been cleared to suit up for Wednesday's contest vs. Boston, stemming his absence under the league's health and safety protocols at four games. Oubre has morphed into a long-range dynamo during his first season with the Hornets, with his 2.9 made triples on a nightly basis tied for 15th in the league entering play Wednesday. While his rebounding totals have dipped, he is on pace to shoot a career-best 45.8 percent overall, and his role as the team's No. 1 scoring option on the second unit boosts his upside.