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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Will play Wednesday
Vasilije Micic (illness) has been cleared for Wednesday's game against Toronto.Micic will suit up for his fourth consecutive contest while the Charlotte Hornets' backcourt continues to play without Brandon Miller (hip). Micic hasn't been the most reliable floor general, which stands in stark contrast to his European resume, but he will look to continue settling in against a Toronto squad lacking Scottie Barnes (eye) on Wednesday.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Questionable for Wednesday
Vasilije Micic (illness) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.Micic was a late addition to the injury report. With Tre Mann playing so well off the bench, Micic is averaging just 15.0 minutes per contest through three games.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Scoreless in 10 minutes
Vasilije Micic contributed zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one assist across 10 minutes during Saturday's 114-106 loss to Miami.Micic played a season-low 10 minutes and was held scoreless for the first time through three games. With Brandon Miller (hip) and Josh Green (Achilles) sidelined, more minutes should be available for Micic. However, Tre Mann has emerged as the primary beneficiary after a couple of strong offensive performances.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Back to bench Tuesday
Vasilije Micic will return back to the bench for Tuesday's preseason game versus the Knicks.With LaMelo Ball (rest) returning to action, Micic will be relegated back to the second unit. Although he started in the last preseason game against Memphis, he will continue to split time with Tre Mann as the backup point guard behind Ball.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Starting vs. Memphis
Vasilije Micic will start Thursday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.Micic will get a starting nod in this contest since the Charlotte Hornets are resting LaMelo Ball. The Serbian point guard has been competing with Tre Mann for the backup point guard role behind Ball.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Notches 19 for bronze medal
Vasilije Micic provided 19 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), two assists and two rebounds across 21 minutes for Serbia in Saturday's 93-83 win over Germany in the bronze medal game of the Paris Olympics.Micic tied Nikola Jokic for the game high in points as Serbia secured a trip atop the podium. The 30-year-old produced his best outing of the Olympic Games, and it came at the right time for Serbia as it defeated Germany, the 2023 FIBA World Cup Champions. Micic was a solid third option for the squad, and he averaged 13.5 points, 4.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds across 22.0 minutes per game in six Olympic matches.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Productive outing in Olympic win
Vasilije Micic accumulated 15 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 22 minutes in Serbia's 96-85 win over South Sudan in the Paris Olympics on Saturday.Micic was the clear No. 3 option behind Nikola Jokic and Bogdan Bogdanovic in Serbia's victory. The 30-year-old averaged 13.0 points, 5.3 assists and 3.0 rebounds across 21.7 minutes in three group-phase contests. Micic's ability to move the rock and spread the floor will be crucial for Serbia as they enter the Olympic quarterfinals.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Will play limited minutes
Coach Steve Clifford said Vasilije Micic will start but play limited minutes during Sunday's game against the Cavaliers, Sam Perley of the Charlotte Hornets' official site reports.While the rest of Charlotte's starters -- outside of Tre Mann -- will sit out the regular-season finale, Micic will start but play limited minutes. Micic has struggled over his last three appearances, but overall, he shined after moving into the starting lineup in early March. Over 20 straight starts, Micic has averaged 12.3 points, 6.5 assists, 2.5 rebounds and 0.9 steals in 30.6 minutes per game.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Records double-double Sunday
Vasilije Micic ended Sunday's 121-118 loss to the Thunder with 17 points (6-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, 10 assists and one steal over 31 minutes.Micic has been thriving in a starting role for the rebuilding Charlotte Hornets, and he's turning more than a few heads with his play, particularly his passing ability and overall vision. This was Micic's third double-double over his last six games, and he's dished out at least eight assists in each of those six outings as well.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Flirts with double-double in win
Vasilije Micic notched 14 points (4-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Friday's 124-115 victory over Orlando.Micic fell one assist short of a double-double, continuing his strong end to the season. Although he has missed a handful of games, Micic has been a great source of assists and steals. The Charlotte Hornets are playing for nothing at this point, so Micic should continue to log heavy minutes anytime he steps onto the floor.