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Hornets' Injury Crisis Worsens: Miller Scare & Knueppel Update
7 Nov
Summary
- Brandon Miller experienced a brief injury scare, exiting the game for the locker room.
- Kon Knueppel's return was short-lived due to renewed hamstring discomfort.
- Center Moussa Diabaté and guard Dennis Schröder were also ruled out due to injuries.
The Charlotte Hornets continue to face significant injury challenges, with Brandon Miller experiencing a concerning moment during a recent game.
Miller briefly left the court for the locker room in the second quarter, raising alarm bells for a team already missing key players. While he eventually returned to the game, the scare highlighted the precariousness of his health, particularly as he carries a significant offensive load.
Adding to Charlotte's injury woes, Kon Knueppel's return from a left hamstring strain was cut short. After making his season debut, Knueppel experienced renewed discomfort in the same leg, forcing him to miss another game. His recovery timeline remains uncertain.
The Hornets' depth has been further tested with the downgrades of center Moussa Diabaté and veteran guard Dennis Schröder to out for the game. Diabaté is dealing with quadriceps tendinopathy, while Schröder has left thigh soreness. Grant Williams also remains sidelined with a hamstring injury.
These absences are forcing coach Charles Lee to rely more heavily on remaining reserves and players recalled from the G-League. The team, which started the season with a 3-1 record, has since fallen into a five-game losing streak, with their competitive edge diminishing due to the mounting injury list.
