Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Fourth-year option picked up
Rotowire
The Hornets exercised McDaniels' $1.93 million team option for the 2022-23 season Tuesday, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
McDaniels' salary will become fully guaranteed Aug. 1, and the expectation is that he'll remain on the roster through that date, given that he was a steady rotation player for Charlotte in his third NBA season. He appeared in 55 games in 2021-22, averaging 6.2 points, 3.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.7 three-pointers in 16.3 minutes per contest while shooting 48.4 percent from the field and 38 percent from distance.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Scores 11 points off bench
Rotowire
McDaniels produced 11 points (5-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt), one rebound and two steals over 17 minutes during Tuesday's 144-115 loss to the Heat.
With Gordon Hayward (foot) sidelined, McDaniels scored in double figures for the first time since Jan. 19. If Hayward remains out for additional contests, the third-year forward may garner an increased role during the final week of the regular season.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Cleared to play
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Pelicans.
McDaniels will likely be eased back into the rotation after missing 19 straight games and playing eight minutes in his return. On the season, he's averaging 6.5 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 17.4 minutes.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Likely to play Friday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is probable for Friday's game against the Pelicans.
McDaniels sat out Wednesday's game against Boston, but it appears likely that he'll be back in action for Friday's matchup. He recorded two points, a rebound and a steal in eight minutes during Tuesday's loss to the Nets.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Ruled out Wednesday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is out Wednesday against the Celtics.
McDaniels was back in action Tuesday against the Nets, but he'll be unavailable for the second half of the back-to-back set. Miles Bridges and JT Thor should see an uptick in usage Wednesday.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Questionable Wednesday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Celtics.
McDaniels returned to the court for Tuesday's loss to the Nets, and he logged two points, a rebound and a steal in eight minutes. He's still dealing with his ankle injury ahead of the second half of the back-to-back set, but he'll still have a chance to suit up against Boston. If he's available, it's possible that he'll see a slight uptick in playing time as he regains his conditioning following his lengthy absence.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Listed as questionable
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is listed a questionable for Wednesday's game against Boston.
McDaniels made his return from a lengthy absence Tuesday night against the Nets, but he saw only eight minutes of action off the bench, finishing with two points, a rebound and a steal. Given the long layoff, he's likely dealing with some residual soreness, so the Hornets may end up holding him out on the second half of the back-to-back.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Barely plays in return
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) played eight minutes and finished with two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one steal Tuesday in the Hornets' 132-121 loss to the Nets.
Dressing for the first time since Jan. 21, McDaniels filled only a minor role on the Hornets' second unit, even while team remained without Gordon Hayward (ankle). McDaniels could see a slight uptick in playing time once his ankle injury is further in the rear-view mirror, but he'll be a candidate to fall out of the rotation if and when Hayward is able to make his return.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Ready to play Tuesday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the Nets.
McDaniels was questionable for Tuesday's contest and will make his return to the court after missing the past 19 games with a sprained left ankle. He's averaged 6.6 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.1 assists in 17.6 minutes this season but could have some workload limitations for the near future given the length of his absence.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Questionable for Tuesday's contest
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Nets.
McDaniels has been sidelined for the last six weeks due to a left ankle sprain, but he returned to practice in a limited fashion Monday and figures to be nearing a return to game action. With Tuesday marking the front end of a back-to-back set, McDaniels is probably a more realistic candidate to play Wednesday against the Celtics. Either way, the third-year forward will likely be limited when he does make his eventual return to the court.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Practices again, but status unclear
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) did some work during Monday's practice, but the Hornets have yet to decide on his status for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Rod Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
McDaniels has been sidelined for the last six weeks with a left ankle sprain, but his return to action looks to be imminent. The Hornets upgraded him to doubtful ahead of Saturday's game against the Spurs before ultimately ruling him out, so he could receive a doubtful or questionable designation in advance of Tuesday's contest versus the Nets. Because Tuesday's game marks the front end of a back-to-back set, McDaniels is probably a more realistic candidate to play Wednesday against the Celtics if the Hornets are comfortable with his health.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Out as expected
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is out Saturday against the Spurs.
McDaniels' ankle sprain has kept him out since late January. It's encouraging that he was initially listed as doubtful, but he'll ultimately remain sidelined.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Unlikely to play Saturday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is doubtful for Saturday's game against the Spurs.
McDaniels has missed the last 18 games due to a left ankle sprain. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but he doesn't appear likely to play Saturday.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Ruled out Wednesday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Cavs.
As expected, McDaniels will miss an 18th straight game due to a sprained left ankle. It sounds like he's making incremental progress, but he's likely still several games away from returning.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Listed as doubtful for Wednesday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.
McDaniels has missed 17 straight contests due to a severely sprained left ankle. It remains unclear when he may return to game action.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Missing 17th straight game
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) will not play Monday against Milwaukee.
As expected, McDaniels will miss yet another contest as he continues to work back from a severely sprained left ankle. McDaniels has not played since Jan. 21.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Another absence on tap
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) has been downgraded to out ahead of Sunday's game against the Pistons.
Though the Hornets' decision to list McDaniels as "doubtful" heading into the day seemingly indicates that his return to action could be near, the third-year forward will still end up missing his 16th consecutive game Sunday. Meanwhile, Cody Martin (back) is listed as doubtful ahead of the 7 p.m. ET tipoff, so rookie JT Thor should have a good chance at sticking in the rotation as a backup forward.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Doubtful Sunday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against Detroit.
McDaniels appears to be trending toward a 16th consecutive absence due to his left ankle sprain. He was unable to practice Wednesday, and it's not yet clear when he'll be able to return.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Unavailable Friday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Toronto.
McDaniels was listed as doubtful for Friday's matchup after he missed practice Wednesday, and he'll officially be held out. His next chance to return will be Sunday against the Pistons.
... See More... See Less
Hornets' Jalen McDaniels: Doubtful Friday
Rotowire
McDaniels (ankle) is doubtful for Friday's matchup against the Raptors.
McDaniels failed to practice Wednesday, so it's not surprising that he's unlikely to play Friday. However, it's a positive sign that he's been upgraded to doubtful, so a return appears to be on the horizon.
