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Kalkbrenner finished with seven points (3-5 FG, 1-1 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 15 minutes during Wednesday's 94-87 loss to Cleveland.
Kalkbrenner continues to struggle as he works his way back from an elbow injury that ended up costing him eight games. After an impressive start to his rookie season, Kalkbrenner has seemingly hit the hypothetical rookie wall, averaging just 8.5 points and 5.3 rebounds in 19.1 minutes per game in six appearances since returning from injury.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Scores 17 points in win
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Kalkbrenner produced 17 points (8-10 FG, 1-1 FT), six rebounds and one assist over 23 minutes during Sunday's 110-87 win over the Nuggets.
Kalkbrenner returned to the bench on Sunday after starting Saturday against the Warriors and matched a season high in points with 17 on 8-of-10 shooting. It marked his 13th game shooting 80 percent or better from the field this season, trailing only Rudy Gobert for the league lead. However, the rookie big man has now gone four straight games without recording a block, his longest drought of the season.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Back to bench Sunday
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Kalkbrenner is not in the Hornets' starting lineup against the Nuggets on Sunday.
Kalkbrenner started in Saturday's loss to the Warriors and finished with four points (2-3 FG, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and two steals over 24 minutes. The rookie second-rounder will revert to the bench Sunday while Moussa Diabate reenters the Hornets' starting lineup following a one-game absence due to a hamstring injury.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Steps into starting role
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Kalkbrenner will start Saturday's game against the Warriors.
Kalkbrenner will draw the start after the team downgraded Moussa Diabate (hamstring) to out. Kalkbrenner has plenty of experience as a starter so far this season and is averaging 7.8 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.5 blocks in his last six appearances with the first unit.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Continues to come off bench
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Kalkbrenner totaled nine points (4-6 FG, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and one assist in 15 minutes during Thursday's 135-117 win over the Lakers.
After missing 10 straight games due to an elbow injury, Kalkbrenner returned to action in Utah on Jan. 10 and posted 12 points and nine rebounds in 23 minutes. However, over his past two appearances, the rookie center has totaled only 11 points and six rebounds in 28 minutes. It's unclear if Kalkbrenner is still managing an injury or if the Hornets are just being overly cautious. Either way, Moussa Diabate has been the more productive center for Charlotte in recent games.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Nears double-double off bench
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) accumulated 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two blocks across 23 minutes during Saturday's 150-95 win over the Jazz.
Kalkbrenner returned from a 10-game absence due to a sprained left elbow, chipping in double-digit points for just the third time across nine appearances (seven starts) since Dec. 1. The rookie big man led the second unit in rebounds as well, grabbing at least nine boards for the first time since Dec. 3. Kalkbrenner had started 25 of his 26 regular-season appearances entering Saturday's contest, so it will be worth monitoring his playing time and role going forward.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Won't start in return
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't start Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Kalkbrenner is available to return from a 10-game absence due to a sprained left elbow, though he'll come off the bench for just the second time this season. Moussa Diabate will remain in the starting five. In his lone appearance off the bench during a loss to New York on Dec. 3, Kalkbrenner posted eight points, nine rebounds and three blocks in 25 minutes.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Cleared to return
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) is available for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Kalkbrenner is officially ready to return from a 10-game absence due to a sprained left elbow. The rookie center is averaging 8.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.8 blocks across 25.6 minutes per game this season. He has started all but one of his 26 regular-season appearances thus far, though the Hornets could opt to deploy him off the bench, especially if he operates under a minutes restriction. Kalkbrenner's return will likely mean fewer minutes for Moussa Diabate and PJ Hall.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Probable for Saturday
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) is probable to play Saturday in Utah.
Kalkbrenner is on track to return from a 10-game absence Saturday evening, so he'll likely have some sort of minutes restriction in his first game back. With the rookie big man expected to be back in the mix, there will be fewer minutes available for Moussa Diabate and PJ Hall. Check back for official word on Kalkbrenner's status closer to Saturday's tipoff at 9:30 p.m. ET.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Another absence coming
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) will miss Thursday's game against Indiana.
The rookie center will be sidelined for a 10th straight game and remains without a timetable to return. He can be considered doubtful for Saturday's game against Utah.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Remaining out vs. Toronto
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Kalkbrenner will miss his ninth consecutive contest due to a sprained left elbow and is without a clear timetable for a return. The rookie big man should be considered doubtful for Thursday's game against the Pacers until the Hornets provide an update on his status.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Still sidelined
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't play in Monday's game against Oklahoma City.
Kalkbrenner will miss an eighth consecutive game due to a sprained elbow, and it's unclear how close he is to being cleared for game action. The rookie center's absence has left more minutes for Moussa Diabate and PJ Hall.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Absence continues
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Chicago.
It'll be Kalkbrenner's seventh straight absence as the rookie center battles a sprained left elbow. With Moussa Diabate (wrist) also sidelined, PJ Hall and Tidjane Salaun are slated to handle expanded roles. Kalkbrenner's next chance to play will come Monday at Oklahoma City.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Remaining out vs. Milwaukee
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bucks.
Kalkbrenner will miss his sixth consecutive contest due to a left elbow sprain, and it's not a positive sign that he continues to be ruled out a day in advance of games. The rookie second-rounder's next opportunity to play will come Saturday against Chicago. With Kalkbrenner sidelined, Moussa Diabate (wrist) is expected to get the starting nod if he can shake his questionable tag, while PJ Hall is likely to remain in the rotation.
Kalkbrenner (elbow) is out for Wednesday's game against Golden State.
Wednesday will mark a fifth straight absence for the rookie big man. Friday's game against Milwaukee is his next chance to return from an elbow sprain. Moussa Diabate should continue to start at center Wednesday.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Out again
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't play in Monday's game against Milwaukee.
Kalkbrenner will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest due to a sprained left elbow. Moussa Diabate will likely draw another start at center while PJ Hall could enter the rotation. Kalkbrenner's next chance to play will come Wednesday against Golden State.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Still out for Friday
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Kalkbrenner (elbow) will be sidelined for Friday's game against the Magic.
Friday will mark a third straight absence for the rookie center. With Mason Plumlee (groin) out as well, Moussa Diabate should continue to start and see an expanded role.
Kalkbrenner is out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards with a sprained left elbow.
The rookie second-rounder will be sidelined for a second game in a row with the injury. Friday's matchup in Orlando marks his next chance to suit up. With Mason Plumlee (groin) out of action, the Hornets appear to be left with Moussa Diabate to handle the bulk of the center minutes Tuesday.
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