Bridges racked up seven points (3-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two blocks in 29 minutes during Monday's 97-89 loss to the Nets.
For the first time since November, Bridges was held to single-digit points. Fantasy managers can chalk this up as an off night in a solid campaign for the forward. Across 37 regular-season appearances, Bridges holds averages of 19.5 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 2.0 three-pointers in 32.0 minutes.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Nears double-double as top scorer
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Bridges ended with 30 points (10-20 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 5-7 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Sunday's 112-102 loss to Detroit.
Bridges did it all for Charlotte in Sunday's contest, leading all players in scoring and rebounds while connecting on a team-high-tying mark from three and finishing one board short of a 30-10 double-double. Bridges matched a season high in threes made en route to posting his second game of the year with 30 or more points.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Logs first career triple-double
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Bridges finished Monday's 124-114 loss to the Wizards with 24 points (9-21 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds and 10 assists over 36 minutes.
Bridges' lob pass to Mark Williams with less than one minute to play in the fourth quarter was not only Bridges' season-best 10th assist, but it also gave the 2018 first-round pick the first triple-double of his NBA career. Bridges isn't known for his passing, entering Monday's contest averaging just 3.6 assists per game, but he had no problem distributing the rock. Bridges should continue to handle most of the offensive responsibilities for as long as LaMelo Ball is sidelined due to a left ankle sprain.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Pop for 27 in Friday's loss
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Bridges racked up a team-high 27 points (12-27 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds and six assists over 38 minutes during Friday's 112-104 loss to the Clippers.
The 26-year-old forward didn't get much help in the loss, as Vasilije Micic was the only other Hornet to score more than 11 points. Bridges has scored at least 20 points in 10 straight appearances, averaging 22.6 points, 7.2 boards, 3.7 assists, 2.3 threes and 0.8 steals over that stretch.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Notches 26 points in loss
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Bridges chipped in 26 points (10-23 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Monday's 112-107 loss to the Lakers.
Bridges certainly wasn't shy in this game with 11 attempts from beyond the arc -- this was his third game of the campaign with double-digit attempts from long range. With LaMelo Ball leaving early with an ankle injury, Bridges soaked up a ton of usage and could have a higher ceiling going forward if Ball ends up missing more time.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Available against New Orleans
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Bridges (back) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Pelicans.
Bridges has been dealing with back spasms, which kept him out of Friday's loss to the Trail Blazers. However, he's been cleared to play against the Pelicans, improving the team's chances to come out with a win.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Likely to suit up Saturday
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Bridges (back) is listed as probable for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans.
Bridges is expected to return to action Saturday after missing Charlotte's previous contest due to lower back spasms. Bridges should reclaim his starting spot from Cody Martin (core) if he's upgraded to available.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Ruled out Friday
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Bridges (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Portland.
The Hornets will be extremely short-handed in the first leg of their back-to-back set with Bridges, LaMelo Ball (wrist), Brandon Miller (wrist) and Seth Curry (ankle) all on the shelf. With Bridges sidelined, Josh Okogie and Cody Martin are candidates for increased roles.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Questionable for Friday
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Bridges (back) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
With Brandon Miller (wrist) out for the season, the Hornets will need Bridges now more than ever. However, he might not see the floor Friday due to back spasms. Josh Okogie could see a boost in minutes, with Bridges potentially forced to sit against Portland.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Solid all-around effort
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Bridges accumulated 17 points (5-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, six assists and one steal over 34 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 loss to the Grizzlies.
The Hornets came up short Wednesday, although Bridges delivered a solid showing -- even if his numbers were a tick below the performances of LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams. Bridges is averaging 19.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 3.9 assists and 1.0 steals per game across eight January outings.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Turns in 21 points
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Bridges ended Friday's 125-123 victory over the Bulls with 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one steal over 32 minutes.
Bridges posted his fourth consecutive game with 20-plus points during a wild win against the Bulls. Although Charlotte's season has been a disappointment, Bridges' consistent play has been a bright spot for the team, and Friday's win was a great example of the Hornets' potential when the first unit is dialed in. Brandon Miller's (wrist) injury deprives the team of its second-best scorer, but Bridges will play a key role in filling the production gap.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Scores 25 points
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Bridges closed Wednesday's 117-112 win over the Jazz with 25 points (9-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 39 minutes.
Mark Williams dazzled in the win with an impressive double-double, but Bridges made his presence felt as well. He's reached the 20-point mark five times over his last six appearances and is firmly entrenched as one of the best scoring weapons for the Hornets alongside LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Scores 21 points in loss
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Bridges recorded 21 points (8-15 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and five assists across 32 minutes during Sunday's 120-113 loss to the Suns.
Bridges was one of three players who reached the 20-point mark for the Hornets in this loss, with LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams being the other two. Bridges has reached the 20-point mark in four of his last five games, and he's been one of the few bright spots for the Hornets from a fantasy perspective in what has been another subpar season for the franchise.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Thursday's game postponed
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Bridges and the Hornets will not play Thursday's contest against the Lakers, as it's been postponed due to the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
Any teams scheduled to play in Los Angeles in the immediate future are at risk of having their games postponed. The Hornets are scheduled to play Saturday in LA against the Clippers, and the Lakers have their next seven games in the LA area.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Reaches 21 points in balanced game
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Bridges ended with 21 points (8-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 115-104 victory over Phoenix.
Bridges saw a balanced showing in Tuesday's contest, making an impact on both ends of the court while ending second among starters in rebounds and steals. He also finished as one of two Hornets with 20 or more points. Bridges has recorded 20 or more points in nine outings this season, doing so in six of his last 10 contests.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Balanced showing in defeat
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Bridges finished with 20 points (5-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 39 minutes during Friday's 98-94 loss to Detroit.
Bridges did a little bit of everything for Charlotte in Friday's contest, leading all Hornets players in scoring and threes made while posting team-high-tying marks in rebounds, assists and steals over a team-high minute total. Bridges has posted at least nine rebounds in seven outings this season while recording his eighth game with 20 or more points.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Full stat line as focal point
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Bridges logged 19 points (5-16 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Saturday's 106-94 loss to the Thunder.
With top scoring options LaMelo Ball (wrist) and Brandon Miller (ankle) out Saturday, Bridges put together a full stat line for the Hornets, including a team-high 19 points and six assists despite Saturday's losing effort and poor shooting night from the field. It's also worth noting Bridges played a season-high 38 minutes in this one. Since returning from a knee injury, Bridges is averaging 19.1 points, 8.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.0 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers across his last seven games. The 26-year-old forward may not necessarily excel in one particular area from a fantasy perspective, as his minutes are down considerably from last season, but Bridges should continue producing across the board as one of Charlotte's featured playmakers going forward.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: First double-double of season
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Bridges logged 22 points (8-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 14 rebounds, six assists, two blocks and one steal in 34 minutes during Thursday's 113-110 loss to the Wizards.
Bridges delivered an impressive performance in this loss, ending as the Hornets' second-best scorer and also putting up excellent numbers in peripheral categories. Bridges notched his first double-double of the season in this loss, and he also scored at least 20 points for the third time over his last five appearances. During that stretch, Bridges is averaging 20.2 points, 8.6 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Three-point shooting woes continue
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Bridges provided 24 points (9-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal over 29 minutes during Monday's 114-101 loss to the Rockets.
Bridges had a solid performance Monday and was one of the Hornets' top producers, as he stepped into the role of being the No. 2 option due to the absence of Brandon Miller (ankle). However, and as good as his stat line was, Bridges continues to struggle with his three-point shot. Over his last five appearances, Bridges is averaging 18.6 points per game while shooting just 16.1 percent from beyond the arc.
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Hornets' Miles Bridges: Struggles from deep
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Bridges ended Thursday's 123-114 loss to the Wizards with 16 points (7-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds and three assists in 32 minutes.
Bridges played in this third straight game Thursday after missing an extended period due to a knee injury. The 26-year-old forward has had his playing time increase in each of his last three outings, indicating that he is working his way back toward a full workload. While Bridges is unlikely to match his season average of 37.4 minutes per contest from 2023-24, fantasy managers can expect him to play at least 30 minutes a night moving forward.