Charlotte’s frontcourt depth remains thin as rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner missed a second consecutive game with a sprained left elbow. Head coach Charles Lee told reporters the medical staff is still determining the next steps, leaving Kalkbrenner’s status for Friday’s matchup in Orlando uncertain.
Meanwhile, veteran forward Grant Williams continues to recover from the right ACL tear he suffered early last season. Williams said he feels “great” but offered no specific timetable, stressing the organization has a structured plan for his return. Earlier this week, he distributed Christmas gifts to team employees, underscoring his ongoing involvement with the club.
On a brighter note, rookie guard Kon Knueppel reached 100 career three-pointers in just 29 games, the fastest mark in NBA history. The previous record belonged to Lauri Markkanen, who needed 41 games to hit the milestone. Knueppel’s achievement provided a positive highlight for a Hornets team still coping with injuries and inconsistent play.
Source: Hoops Wire
