Miller recorded 13 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, five assists and one steal over 33 minutes during Monday's 117-109 loss to the Clippers.
Miller provided a fairly balanced output Monday, and the 33 minutes were his most in the last three games. The star forward has averaged 17.7 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.8 blocks in 28.6 minutes per contest over six games this month, shooting 43.2 percent from beyond the arc.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Scores 18 points in win
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Miller ended Saturday's 150-95 victory over Utah with 18 points (7-19 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and three steals in 22 minutes.
While Miller didn't deliver his most efficient performance in the blowout win, he bounced back after scoring six points on 2-of-8 shooting in Thursday's loss to Indiana, when he was ejected after logging 19 minutes. Miller finished as Charlotte's second-leading scorer, recording 18 or more points for the sixth time in his last seven outings. Additionally, he tallied a game-high-tying three steals, matching his season high.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Ejected vs. Pacers
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Miller was ejected from Thursday's game against Indiana after being assessed two technical fouls, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports. He recorded six points (2-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists in 19 minutes prior to departing.
Miller was clearly upset with the whistle throughout the first two-plus quarters of play, and he was dismissed after voicing his frustration. Sion James and Josh Green could be asked to handle additional minutes the rest of the way in Miller's absence.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Available Thursday
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Miller (knee) has been cleared to play Thursday against the Pacers.
Miller was held out of Wednesday's matchup against the Raptors, and after being initially cleared and then added back to the injury report leading up to Thursday's clash, he's officially been given clearance to take the court. He's averaging 24.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, 2.9 assists and 1.0 blocks in his last seven matchups.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Downgraded to questionable
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Miller (knee) has been downgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against the Raptors.
This was a late downgrade for Miller after he was previously labeled probable. Wednesday's game is the front end of a back-to-back set, and the Hornets may be eyeing a maintenance day for one of these. If Miller is held out, more minutes would be available for guys like Sion James and Josh Green.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Expected to play Wednesday
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Miller is probable for Wednesday's game against Toronto with a left knee contusion.
It doesn't sound like the issue is severe enough to stop Miller from playing Wednesday. Over his last 13 appearances, the star forward has averaged 22.2 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.1 blocks in 33.3 minutes per game.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Getting green light Monday
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Miller (knee) has been cleared to play Monday against the Thunder.
Miller entered the day with a probable tag, but he's officially been cleared to play Monday evening. He's averaging 24.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.0 assists over his last five games.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Probable for Monday
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Miller is probable to play Monday versus the Thunder due to a left knee contusion.
Miller is dealing with a bruised knee, but it's not expected to keep him out Monday night. Check back for official confirmation on his status closer to tipoff at 8:00 p.m. ET.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Sets season high in loss
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Miller posted 31 points (9-22 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 10-12 FT), eight rebounds, five assists, one block and one steal over 38 minutes during Monday's 123-113 loss to Milwaukee.
Miller finished with 15 points on just 5-of-16 shooting from the field in Friday's win over the Magic, though he bounced back with a game- and season-high 31 points Monday, albeit in a losing effort. However, the third-year swingman delivered a lackluster performance from beyond the arc, and he has shot 32.4 percent from three-point range in his last five games. Miller should continue to see increased usage for as long as Kon Knueppel (ankle) is sidelined, and the former put up 20-plus shot attempts for just the third time this season Monday.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Strong line in loss
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Miller racked up 20 points (8-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), one rebound, three assists, one block and two steals over 27 minutes during Monday's 139-132 loss to the Cavaliers.
Miller was one of three Hornets to reach at least 20 points as he combined with Kon Knueppel and LaMelo Ball for a total of 63 points in the loss. Miller has been trending in the right direction, posting averages of 20.6 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.6 steals, 1.2 blocks and 2.8 three-pointers over his last five games.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Good to go
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Miller (shoulder) will play in Friday's game against Toronto.
Miller will take the floor for Friday's contest, marking his return from a two-game absence. He's averaging 17.0 points on 39/28/84 shooting splits across six appearances this season.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Questionable for Friday
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Miller (shoulder) is being listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Raptors.
Miller missed the past two games with the shoulder issue, but it appears there's a chance he'll be returning to the floor Friday evening. If he is able to get back out there, Sion James could head back to the second unit, and Kon Knueppel's usage would dip a bit. Check back for another update on Miller closer to Friday's tip.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Won't play Wednesday
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Miller (shoulder) is out for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Miller continues to battle the left shoulder subluxation that kept him sidelined for multiple weeks earlier this year. With the forward out Wednesday, Sion James and Collin Sexton should take on extra ball-handling duties. Miller can be deemed day-to-day prior to Friday's matchup against the Raptors.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Returns Saturday
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Miller (undisclosed) returned to Saturday's game against the Raptors in the third quarter, per the broadcast.
Miller took a hard fall in the third quarter but returned to the court shortly thereafter. He appears to be good to go for the remainder of the game.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Ready to go for Wednesday
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Miller (rest) isn't on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Miller sat out of Sunday's matchup with Atlanta after making his season debut Saturday. However, he'll be back in the fold for Wednesday's game. He was aggressive on the offensive end but showed signs of rust Saturday, going 8-for-18 from the field and 2-for-10 beyond the arc to finish with 21 points in 26 minutes.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Will have minutes restriction
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Head coach Charles Lee relayed to reporters that Miller will operate under a minutes restriction during Saturday's game against the Clippers, Owen O'Connor of SI.com reports.
Miller has been cleared to return Saturday from a 13-game absence due to a partial dislocation in his left shoulder that he suffered against the 76ers on Oct. 25. Even though he'll have his minutes capped, Miller's return means there will be less playing time to go around for Pat Connaughton and Liam McNeeley.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Cleared from injury report
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Miller (shoulder) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Clippers.
The stage is set for Miller to make his first appearance since Oct. 25 in Philadelphia. Given his lengthy layoff with a shoulder subluxation, the Hornets could keep an eye on the star forward's minutes in his return Saturday. Miller's presence is likely to cut into the playing time of Liam McNeeley and Pat Connaughton most noticeably.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Recalled to NBA
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Charlotte recalled Miller from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.
Miller was cleared for on-court activity on Monday morning and immediately joined the Swarm for practice. It will be interesting to hear how his shoulder responded to the increased workload. If he fared well, it's possible he'll be back in the rotation for Charlotte sooner rather than later.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Practicing in G League
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The Hornets assigned Miller (shoulder) to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday to take part in practice.
After he exited an Oct. 25 loss to the 76ers due to a left shoulder subluxation, the Hornets announced Nov. 3 that Miller would be re-evaluated in two weeks. The third-year wing apparently progressed in his recovery as the Hornets had hoped and will now take a meaningful step forward by resuming on-court work in the G League. Miller will likely remain with Greensboro for the next few days while the Hornets play road games Monday in Toronto and Wednesday in Indiana, but if shoulder responds well to workouts, he could be a candidate to return to action when the Hornets host the Clippers on Saturday in the front end of a back-to-back set.
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Hornets' Brandon Miller: Remains out Sunday
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Miller (shoulder) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jazz.
Miller is dealing with a left shoulder subluxation but is seeking additional medical advice before moving forward. He'll miss a fifth straight game Sunday and can be considered doubtful for future contests until the team provides an official return timetable. Kon Knueppel, Collin Sexton and Sion James continue to see increased opportunity in Miller's absence, and their roles should be even more pronounced with LaMelo Ball (ankle) doubtful for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set.
