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Top Ryan Kalkbrenner News
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Nears double-double off bench
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Another absence coming
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
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
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.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Ruled out Tuesday
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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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Questionable against Washington
Kalkbrenner is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards with a sprained left elbow.
The rookie big man could be out for consecutive outings with the injury. Mason Plumlee (groin) has already been ruled out, which could force the Hornets to rely heavily upon Moussa Diabate at center.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Ruled out for Monday
Kalkbrenner (elbow) will not play Monday against the Cavaliers.
Kalkbrenner was unable to shake his questionable tag and will miss the front end of this back-to-back set. Consider him questionable to face the Wizards on Tuesday. In his absence, the Hornets will likely rely heavily on Moussa Diabate.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Iffy for Monday
Kalkbrenner is questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers with a left elbow sprain.
This is a new injury for the rookie center. Monday's game is the first leg of a back-to-back set, so the Hornets may proceed with caution. If Kalkbrenner misses time, the team will likely turn to Moussa Diabate.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Quiet in loss
Kalkbrenner finished with four points (2-3 FG), seven rebounds, two assists and one block in 24 minutes during Saturday's 112-86 loss to the Pistons.
Kalkbrenner scored fewer than five points for the fourth time in 26 games this season, and he failed to log multiple blocks for a second straight outing. The rookie center has slowed up slightly after a strong start to the campaign, averaging 7.7 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.6 blocks over his last 11 appearances.
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Hornets' Ryan Kalkbrenner: Three rejections Sunday
Kalkbrenner ended Sunday's 119-111 overtime victory over the Cavaliers with seven points (3-4 FG, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, three blocks and one steal in 20 minutes.
The second-round rookie recorded multiple rejections for the sixth time in the last eight games (seven starts), although his three boards were his lowest total during that stretch. Kalkbrenner's defensive contributions are keeping him in the starting five, but over those eight contests he's averaging just 8.1 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in 25.6 minutes.
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Player Bio
| HT/WT: 7-1, 256 lbs |
| Birthplace: St. Louis, MO |
| Age: 23 |
| School: Creighton |
| Experience: R |