Charlotte exercised Connaughton's $3.8 million team option Monday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
According to Boone, the Hornets value Connaughton's voice and leadership in the locker room. In 42 regular-season appearances in 2025-26, the veteran averaged a mere 7.1 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Grabs three boards Friday
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Connaughton produced two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in six minutes during Friday's 121-90 Play-In Game loss to Orlando.
Connaughton saw the floor in Friday's season-ending loss after collecting two straight DNP-CDs. The veteran forward played a limited role for the Hornets in 2025-26, averaging 2.6 points, 1.5 rebounds, 0.4 assists and 0.3 steals in 7.1 minutes per game across 42 regular-season appearances off the bench. His production has been trending downward for the past few years, and his future in Charlotte is uncertain, with the club holding a $3.82 million team option for 2026-27.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Scoreless again in loss
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Connaughton ended with zero points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound in two minutes during Tuesday's 113-102 loss to the Celtics.
Connaughton failed to score yet again, continuing what has been a season full of disappointment. In fact, the casual NBA fan could be forgiven for not even realizing that he is still in the league. In 41 appearances, Connaughton has averaged just 2.7 points in 7.1 minutes per game.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Available to play
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Connaughton (illness) is available for Thursday's meeting with the Knicks.
Connaughton has logged a total of 12 minutes over the past three games. His minimal role in the rotation makes him waiver-wire fodder in fantasy leagues.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Questionable with illness
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Connaughton is questionable for Thursday's game against the Knicks with an illness.
Connaughton is in jeopardy of being unable to play in a second consecutive contest due to the ailment. However, he hasn't seen double-digit minutes since the March 4 win over the Celtics, so Connaughton appears to be a negligible part of the rotation for now.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Unavailable Tuesday
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Connaughton (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Kings.
Connaughton was added to the injury report earlier in the day due to illness, and he's since been downgraded to out. He isn't typically part of Charlotte's rotation, so his absence shouldn't have an impact on Tuesday's clash.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Dealing with illness
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Connaughton (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Kings.
Connaughton is not a regular rotation player for the Hornets, so his status won't carry many fantasy implications. Despite appearing in six of Charlotte's past eight games, he hasn't played double-digit minutes since March 4 in Boston.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Back with Hornets
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Connaughton signed a contract with the Hornets on Monday.
The Hornets waived Connaughton on Feb. 4 to make room for a trade, but they waived Malaki Branham on Monday to open a spot back up. Connaughton will now reprise his role as an emergency depth option off the bench.
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Pat Connaughton: Cut loose by Hornets
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The Hornets waived Connaughton on Wednesday.
Connaughton's stint in Charlotte will end after Charlotte acquired Tyus Jones earlier Wednesday, which pushed the team over the 15-player roster limit. The veteran wing had been outside of the rotation for much of the season, appearing in 22 games while averaging 2.9 points and 1.4 rebounds in 7.0 minutes per contest. He's unlikely to attract much interest in free agency once he clears waivers.
Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Off injury report for Thursday
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Connaughton (illness) is not on the injury report ahead of Thursday's game against the Lakers.
Connaughton missed the previous two games due to an illness but is slated to be available Thursday. The Notre Dame product has played a minimal role this season, averaging just 7.7 minutes across 17 appearances, and isn't guaranteed to see the floor against the Lakers.
Connaughton (illness) is out for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Connaughton was upgraded to questionable leading up to Monday's matchup, but he's since been ruled out while dealing with an illness. His next chance to take the court will arrive Thursday against the Lakers.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Could return Monday
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Connaughton (illness) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against the Clippers.
Connaughton was unable to play against the Jazz on Saturday due to an illness. The veteran forward could return Monday, though he hasn't been a consistent part of the Hornets' rotation and would likely ride the bench if available.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Under the weather
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Connaughton (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Connaughton is battling through an illness that puts him in jeopardy of not playing Saturday. However, his absence wouldn't have much of an impact given that he's been out of the Hornets' rotation of late.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Out Saturday
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Connaughton (illness) is out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Connaughton was previously listed as questionable for this game due to an illness, and the former Notre Dame standout will be sidelined. The veteran forward will aim to return to action against the Clippers on Monday.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Good to go
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Connaughton (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Warriors.
Connaughton has been given the green light to face Golden State on Wednesday despite dealing with left ankle soreness. The 32-year-old has been a minor rotation piece for Charlotte this season, but the absence of Miles Bridges (ankle) could result in more looks for Connaughton.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Bumped up to probable
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Connaughton has been upgraded to probable for Wednesday's game against Golden State.
Connaughton was initially listed as questionable due to left ankle soreness, but it looks like the veteran will suit up. He hasn't played more than six minutes in any of his last four appearances, but with Miles Bridges (ankle) not expected to play, Connaughton could be part of the rotation against Golden State.
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Hornets' Pat Connaughton: Questionable to face Golden State
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Connaughton (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Warriors.
Connaughton is dealing with left ankle soreness and is in jeopardy of missing Wednesday's contest. However, the veteran forward hasn't logged double-digit minutes since Nov. 19, so his potential absence shouldn't affect the Charlotte rotation.
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