Miller logged 21 points (8-18 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), three assists, one rebound, one steal and one block over 26 minutes during the Hornets' 131-116 loss to the Clippers on Saturday.
Miller was given the green light Saturday to return from a 13-game absence due to left shoulder subluxation. Despite his struggles from beyond the arc and his minutes restriction, the third-year pro still managed to finish the game as the Hornets' second-leading scorer behind rookie Kon Knueppel (26). The Hornets play the second leg of their back-to-back set Sunday against the Hawks, and it remains to be seen whether Miller will play in that contest.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Will have minutes restriction
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Head coach Charles Lee relayed to reporters that Miller will operate under a minutes restriction during Saturday's game against the Clippers, Owen O'Connor of SI.com reports.
Miller has been cleared to return Saturday from a 13-game absence due to a partial dislocation in his left shoulder that he suffered against the 76ers on Oct. 25. Even though he'll have his minutes capped, Miller's return means there will be less playing time to go around for Pat Connaughton and Liam McNeeley.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Cleared from injury report
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Miller (shoulder) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
The stage is set for Miller to make his first appearance since Oct. 25 in Philadelphia. Given his lengthy layoff with a shoulder subluxation, the Hornets could keep an eye on the star forward's minutes in his return Saturday. Miller's presence is likely to cut into the playing time of Liam McNeeley and Pat Connaughton most noticeably.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Recalled to NBA
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Charlotte recalled Miller from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.
Miller was cleared for on-court activity on Monday morning and immediately joined the Swarm for practice. It will be interesting to hear how his shoulder responded to the increased workload. If he fared well, it's possible he'll be back in the rotation for Charlotte sooner rather than later.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Practicing in G League
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The Hornets assigned Miller (shoulder) to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday to take part in practice.
After he exited an Oct. 25 loss to the 76ers due to a left shoulder subluxation, the Hornets announced Nov. 3 that Miller would be re-evaluated in two weeks. The third-year wing apparently progressed in his recovery as the Hornets had hoped and will now take a meaningful step forward by resuming on-court work in the G League. Miller will likely remain with Greensboro for the next few days while the Hornets play road games Monday in Toronto and Wednesday in Indiana, but if shoulder responds well to workouts, he could be a candidate to return to action when the Hornets host the Clippers on Saturday in the front end of a back-to-back set.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: To be re-evaluated in two weeks
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The Hornets announced Monday that Miller (shoulder) will be re-evaluated in about two weeks.
Miller will continue his rehab program while recovering from a left shoulder subluxation. In the interim, LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Miles Bridges should dominate the usage for Charlotte. Rookie first-rounder Kon Knueppel is also a significant beneficiary, given that he's started each of the team's last five games amid Miller's absence.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Remains out Sunday
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Miller (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jazz.
Miller is dealing with a left shoulder subluxation but is seeking additional medical advice before moving forward. He'll miss a fifth straight game Sunday and can be considered doubtful for future contests until the team provides an official return timetable. Kon Knueppel, Collin Sexton and Sion James continue to see increased opportunity in Miller's absence, and their roles should be even more pronounced with LaMelo Ball (ankle) doubtful for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Won't play Saturday
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Miller (shoulder) is out for Saturday's game against Minnesota.
No surprise here, considering Miller is dealing with a fairly significant injury. The star forward appears doubtful for Sunday's tilt against the Jazz. Miles Bridges could see massive usage if LaMelo Ball (ankle) joins Miller on the sidelines, while Collin Sexton is a candidate to handle additional playmaking duties.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Team option exercised
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The Hornets exercised Miller's (shoulder) fourth-year team option for 2026-27 on Friday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
This is an expected move, given Miller's importance to the Charlotte franchise going forward. The star forward is battling a left shoulder subluxation, which leaves his status in doubt for Saturday's game against the Timberwolves.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Won't play vs. Orlando
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Miller (shoulder) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Magic.
Miller will miss a third straight game due to a shoulder injury. He suffered the injury during the loss to the 76ers on Saturday. The team will likely turn to Kon Knueppel, Tre Mann and Tidjane Salaun in the meantime.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Diagnosed with shoulder subluxation
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Miller has been diagnosed with a left shoulder subluxation, and he will not play Tuesday in Miami.
Miller will be re-evaluated when the team returns from their road trip, so we should get another update by Wednesday or Thursday at the latest. Kon Knueppel should continue to start in Miller's absence, so he's worth a look if you need some points and triples.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Ruled out Sunday
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Miller (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Wizards.
Miller exited Saturday's game after just nine minutes due to left shoulder soreness and, as expected, will sit out the second leg of the Hornets' back-to-back. In his absence, rookie Kon Knueppel is likely to rejoin Collin Sexton in the starting lineup on the perimeter. Miller's next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Heat.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Exits Saturday's loss with injury
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Miller registered four points (2-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist in nine minutes during Saturday's 125-121 loss to the 76ers before exiting in the second quarter due to left shoulder soreness.
The 22-year-old departed with an injury in just the second outing of the 2025-26 campaign after he missed all but 27 games last season. It remains to be seen if Miller will be available for a road tilt with the Washington Wizards on Sunday. Kon Knueppel, Tre Mann and Tidjane Salaun will be candidates for increased minutes if Miller misses additional time.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Won't return vs. Philadelphia
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Miller won't return to Saturday's game against the 76ers due to left shoulder soreness.
Miller exited to the locker room in the second quarter and won't return. He'll finish with four points (2-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and one assist across nine minutes. Kon Knueppel, Tre Mann and Tidjane Salaun are candidates for increased minutes the remainder of the game. Miller's next chance to play will come Sunday against the Wizards.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Exits to locker room Saturday
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Miller (undisclosed) exited to the locker room in the second quarter of Saturday's game against the 76ers, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.
While the reason is unclear, Miller headed back to the locker room with 10:50 remaining in the second quarter. If he's unable to return, Kon Knueppel, Tre Mann and Tidjane Salaun are candidates for increased minutes the remainder of the game.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Paces Charlotte in win
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Miller racked up 25 points (8-19 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 7-10 FT), seven assists, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 136-117 victory over Brooklyn.
Miller led Charlotte's season-opening win with a game-high 25 points despite a pedestrian showing from beyond the arc. The 2023 first-round pick appeared in 27 games during the 2024-25 regular season before undergoing wrist surgery, averaging 21.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.1 steals while knocking down 3.9 three-pointers in 34.2 minutes per contest. Now healthy, the Alabama product appears poised to deliver a breakout campaign.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Off injury report for Wednesday
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Miller (wrist) isn't listed on Charlotte's injury report for Wednesday's game against the Nets.
Miller will return to action in the Hornets' regular-season opener after sitting out the preseason finale due to right wrist soreness. The third-year swingman appeared in just 27 regular-season games in 2024-25 before undergoing right wrist surgery in January. During that span, he averaged 21.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.1 steals across 34.2 minutes per contest.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Ruled out for preseason finale
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Miller is out for Friday's preseason finale against the Knicks due to right wrist soreness.
It seems like the Hornets are simply giving Miller the night off. However, the injury designation will leave his status at least somewhat up in the air for Wednesday's season opener against the Nets. That should be cleared up when Charlotte releases its first injury report of the regular season Tuesday afternoon.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Breaks out in win
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Miller finished with 21 points (7-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six assists, two rebounds, three steals and one block across 30 minutes of Wednesday's 145-116 preseason win over the Grizzlies.
Miller was having a tough time in the preseason prior to Wednesday, but he was able to shake off some rust for a stellar performance against Memphis. Miller was well on his way to a breakout campaign in 2024-25 before a wrist injury cut it short, but now that he's fully healthy, he's been in hot demand during fantasy drafts.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Struggles with shot in loss
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Miller posted 14 points (3-11 FG, 6-8 FT, 2-6 3Pt), three assists, a rebound and a steal across 23 minutes during Thursday's 122-116 loss to the Thunder.
Miller enters the season at 100 percent after an abbreviated campaign in 2024-25 that lasted only 27 games. The surgery on his wrist was successful, and the team hopes he slides into the team's No. 2 scoring option this season. The Alabama product is a well-rounded off-guard who can also play the wing and provide solid contributions in multiple statistical categories.
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