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Hornets Starting Five Revealed vs. Cavaliers
23 Dec
Summary
- LaMelo Ball's impact is uncertain after recent inconsistent play.
- Kon Knueppel is averaging 21.9 points and shooting lights out.
- Mason Plumlee starts due to Ryan Kalkbrenner's elbow injury.
Head coach Charles Lee has finalized the Charlotte Hornets' starting lineup for their second matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers in two weeks. LaMelo Ball's return has been marked by mixed results, including a strong shooting performance followed by a less efficient outing, leaving his impact on this game a question mark.
Kon Knueppel continues to be a standout player, averaging 21.9 points per game this month with impressive shooting percentages, including a notable 29-point performance in the Hornets' overtime win against the Cavaliers last week. Brandon Miller's shooting efficiency has seen a slight increase, though he is still averaging over 18 points per game, with his shoulder potentially affecting his play.
Miles Bridges has emerged as the team's most consistent player alongside Knueppel, maintaining strong averages over the past four seasons. In the frontcourt, Mason Plumlee is set to start at center following Ryan Kalkbrenner's unavailability due to a left elbow strain. The game is slated to tip off around 7 p.m. ET.
