-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Headed to bench
KJ Simpson is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers.Sion James will replace Simpson in the first unit for Sunday's game, but the latter should still see significant minutes in the rotation with LaMelo Ball (ankle), Collin Sexton (quad) and Tre Mann (knee) all unavailable. Over the past three games, Simpson has recorded averages of 11.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 triples, 2.7 steals and 2.7 turnovers per game on 41/39/63 shooting splits.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Solid showing in first start
KJ Simpson supplied 16 points (6-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 29 minutes during Sunday's 115-106 loss to the Nuggets.Simpson entered the Charlotte Hornets' starting lineup for the first time this season due to the absences of LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Collin Sexton (quadriceps). Simpson started nicely with 13 points in the first half, and while he cooled off in the second, he still finished Sunday's game as the Hornets' third-leading scorer behind Miles Bridges (24 points) and Brandon Miller (17 points). Ball will likely be available for the Hornets' next game Friday against the Bulls, in which case Simpson would revert to a bench role.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Starting Sunday
KJ Simpson will start against the Nuggets on Sunday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.With LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Collin Sexton (quadriceps) unavailable, Simpson will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The two-way player logged a season-high 28 minutes in Friday's win over the Raptors, during which he registered eight points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five steals, four assists and three rebounds.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Season-high 28 minutes
KJ Simpson accumulated eight points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five steals, four assists and three rebounds across 28 minutes during Friday's 111-86 victory over Toronto.Simpson logged a season-high minutes total, closing the game after LaMelo Ball exited early with yet another ankle injury. The two-way player made the most of his time on the court and could become a more regular part of the rotation if Ball is forced to miss additional time.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Back to G League
Charlotte transferred KJ Simpson to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.Simpson has been used sparingly at the NBA level so far. Through eight appearances, he holds averages of 4.9 points, 2.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 13.1 minutes per contest.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Back to NBA
Charlotte recalled KJ Simpson from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.After getting in a practice session with the Swarm on Monday, Simpson was immediately recalled. He will continue to provide emergency depth for the Charlotte Hornets.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Sent to G League
The Charlotte Hornets transferred KJ Simpson to the G League's Swarm on Monday.The Hornets are beginning a two-game road trip Monday in Toronto, so the fact that Simpson was sent to the G League suggests that he won't be available for either of those contests. Simpson has appeared in six games for the Hornets this season, with all coming when LaMelo Ball hasn't been available.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Upgraded to available
KJ Simpson (shoulder) is available for Saturday's game against the Thunder.Simpson was deemed probable for this contest due to a shoulder issue, but the second-year floor general will be able to suit up. He's buried on the depth chart, however, so he isn't likely to see many minutes. He's been limited to just five appearances and 14.4 minutes per contest so far in 2025-26.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Probable vs. Thunder
KJ Simpson (shoulder) is probable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.A left AC joint sprain continues to plague Simpson, though the issue shouldn't keep him out Saturday. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) set to take a seat against Oklahoma City, Simpson is in line to at least be part of the rotation. The two-way player has averaged 5.0 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 14.4 minutes per game over five games this season, shooting just 37.5 percent from the floor.
-
by RotoWire Staff | RotoWire
Hornets' KJ Simpson: Available to play
KJ Simpson (shoulder) will be available to play Friday against the Bucks.Simpson will be available, but with LaMelo Ball (ankle) returning for Friday's game, Simpson might get bumped from the rotation. He's averaging 5.0 points and 2.6 assists in 14.4 minutes a night on the year.
KJ Simpson
#25 PG / Charlotte Hornets / EXP: 1YRS Height: 6-2 Weight: 189 lb Age: 23 College: ColoradoFantasy Points by Week
- PROJ
- FANTASY PTS
- Rost
- 0%
- Start
- 0%
- G Rank
- NR