Sexton contributed 22 points (8-16 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and four assists in 36 minutes during Sunday's 113-110 loss to Atlanta.
After coming off the bench in each of his previous three outings, the eighth-year guard got the starting nod due to LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder) being sidelined. Sexton struggled from three-point range but still finished as Charlotte's second-leading scorer, setting a new season-high mark in points. He has scored in double figures in 10 straight games and continues to provide an offensive spark for the Hornets. While he'll likely shift to a bench role whenever Ball and Miller are available, Sexton is expected to continue seeing significant minutes.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Starting role Sunday
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Sexton is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Kevin Chouinard of the Hawks' official site reports.
Sexton will make his 10th start of the season Sunday with LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder) sidelined. In his nine previous starts, Sexton averaged 15.2 points, 5.4 assists and 2.7 rebounds in 28.6 minutes per game.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Leads bench with 18 points
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Sexton posted 18 points (7-13 FG, 4-4 FT), four assists, three rebounds and one steal over 22 minutes during the Hornets' 131-116 loss to the Clippers on Saturday.
Sexton led the Hornets' bench in scoring Saturday and was one of five Hornets players to score at least 18 points. The veteran guard's usage on offense was steady despite the return of Brandon Miller, though Sexton's production could dip as the former's playing time increases. Sexton has averaged 13.8 points, 4.8 assists, 2.2 rebounds and 0.6 steals over 25.7 minutes per game since Nov. 1.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Returning to bench
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Sexton isn't in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Raptors.
Sexton drew the start in Saturday's loss to the Thunder due to the absence of LaMelo Ball, but Sexton will retreat to a bench role Monday evening. The Alabama product was effective in his last showing as a reserve, finishing with 14 points and four assists despite logging only 16 minutes in Friday's loss to Milwaukee.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Scores 13 in starting role
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Sexton posted 13 points (5-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Saturday's 109-96 loss to the Thunder.
Sexton got the start at point guard due to the absence of LaMelo Ball (rest). While he didn't have his best shooting performance after needing 13 shots to score 13 points, he had a decent output in peripheral categories. Sexton has been in and out of the starting five, but it wouldn't be surprising if he reverts back to the bench Monday at Toronto if Ball is cleared to return.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Returns to starting role
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Sexton is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Thunder.
The veteran guard will return to the first unit due to LaMelo Ball (rest) being sidelined. Sexton has averaged 15.5 points, 5.8 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 0.9 steals per game in eight starts this season.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Just 16 minutes in loss
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Sexton logged 14 points (4-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound and four assists over 16 minutes during Friday's 147-134 overtime loss to Milwaukee.
Sexton moved back to the bench with LaMelo Ball returning from his ankle injury. The move impacted Sexton, limiting him to just 16 minutes. While he did manage to score 14 points, the bigger takeaway was the reduced playing time, a fact that could end up with him being nothing more than a streaming consideration. With that said, there is a chance Ball will sit out Saturday's game against the Thunder, meaning Sexton could get a short reprieve.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Not starting Friday
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Sexton isn't part of the starting lineup for Friday's game against Milwaukee.
LaMelo Ball is returning from a multi-game absence Friday, and instead of lining up alongside Ball in the backcourt, Sexton will be coming off the bench. Sexton had started in eight of 10 appearances to start the season. Sion James will start at the shooting guard spot.
Sexton totaled 16 points (5-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 111-100 win over the Bucks.
Sexton never quite got comfortable on the offensive end, needing 14 field-goal attempts to reach 16 points. The guard has dealt with both a neck and ankle injury over the last week or so but has now been able to suit up for two straight matchups. Sexton has scored in double figures in nine of 10 appearances this year, averaging 15.8 points, 2.3 rebounds and 5.3 assists in 26.9 minutes.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Probable for Wednesday
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Sexton (ankle) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
Sexton is dealing with a right ankle strain but is still likely to suit up against Milwaukee. If he's ultimately cleared to suit up, the 26-year-old guard is expected to remain in the starting five with LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Brandon Miller (shoulder) both sidelined. Over his last five appearances (four starts), Sexton has averaged 13.6 points and 5.2 assists in 26.0 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Off injury report for Monday
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Sexton (neck) isn't listed on the Hornets' injury report for Monday's game against the Lakers.
After missing Friday's loss to the Heat due to a neck issue, Sexton will return to game action Monday. The 26-year-old guard is likely to see increased minutes against the Lakers due to LaMelo Ball (ankle) being sidelined. Over his last five games (four starts), Sexton has averaged 14.6 points, 5.8 assists and 2.6 rebounds in 26.2 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Now unlikely to play Friday
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Sexton (neck) is doubtful for Friday's game against Heat, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
This is a surprising development, considering Sexton was originally tabbed as probable for Friday. The veteran guard is now likely to join LaMelo Ball (ankle) in street clothes, meaning Tre Mann, Kon Knueppel and Sion James stand out as the most likely fantasy beneficiaries in the backcourt.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Expected to play Friday
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Sexton (neck) is probable for Friday's game against the Heat.
Sexton is battling a neck strain, but the injury is not expected to stop him from playing Friday. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) a question mark to suit up, Sexton would be in position to function as the top point guard for the Hornets if Ball cannot get cleared to go. Sexton has averaged 16.1 points, 5.3 assists and 2.3 rebounds in 26.4 minutes per contest over eight games this season.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Riding with second unit
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Sexton is coming off the bench in Thursday's game against Orlando, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
The Hornets will give Sion James a look in the first unit, breaking up a three-game start streak for Sexton. Sexton logged 17 minutes in his lone reserve outing this year, so he could find difficulty in cracking the 20-minute marker.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Strong line despite loss
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Sexton contributed 18 points (7-11 FG, 2-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and six assists across 27 minutes during Tuesday's 144-117 loss to Miami.
With Brandon Miller (shoulder) sidelined for at least the immediate future, coach Charles Lee is likely to lean on Sexton for his leadership and ball-handling abilities. The veteran is off to a great start in Charlotte, posting averages of 18.5 points, 4.8 assists, 2.5 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 1.5 three-pointers through four regular-season contests.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Scores 21 points in loss to Sixers
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Sexton produced 21 points (7-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 4-6 FT), two rebounds, seven assists and one steal in 30 minutes during Saturday's 125-121 loss to the 76ers.
Sexton finished second on the team in scoring with his 21 points against the Sixers on Saturday night. Across two outings with his new franchise, the 26-year-old is averaging 18.0 points, 1.5 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 turnovers in 23.6 minutes per game. Sexton has been the starter alongside LaMelo Ball in Charlotte's backcourt to begin the year, and his next chance to produce will come against the Wizards on Sunday.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Starting Saturday
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Sexton will start in Saturday's game against the 76ers.
The 26-year-old guard will supplant Kon Knueppel in the starting five on Saturday. Sexton logged 17 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's season-opening win over the Nets, posting 15 points (4-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-7 FT), three assists, one rebound and one steal.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Not starting Wednesday
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Sexton will come off the bench in Wednesday's regular season opener against the Nets.
Sexton started Charlotte's preseason finale with a lot of key guys getting hit with a rest day, but he'll return to a reserve role Wednesday night. He should still be able to provide some points, triples and assists as a member of the second unit, but his upside will be capped.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Scores 21 points with 10 assists
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Sexton recorded 21 points (6-9 FG, 5-6 3PT, 4-4 FT), 10 assists, two rebounds and one steal in 27 minutes during Friday's 113-108 preseason loss to the Knicks.
Sexton was able to operate as the primary conductor on offense with LaMelo Ball (knee) and Brandon Miller (wrist) taking the night off, and he made the most of the opportunity despite committing nine turnovers. Sexton will likely helm Charlotte's second unit this season, but as long as Ball and Miller are healthy, his upside will be capped.
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Hornets' Collin Sexton: Starting preseason finale
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Sexton will start Friday's preseason finale against the Knicks.
With LaMelo Ball (knee), Tre Mann (hip) and Brandon Miller (wrist) sidelined, Sexton will start at point guard. He'll be surrounded by Kon Knueppel, Liam McNeeley, Miles Bridges and Moussa Diabate.
