Brandon Miller Out Indefinitely Due to Wrist Injury Affecting Hornets' Lineup

The Charlotte Hornets announced that forward Brandon Miller is out indefinitely after being diagnosed with a torn scapholunate ligament in his right wrist. The injury was sustained during a game against the Utah Jazz, originally classified as a right wrist sprain. Following an MRI, the severity of the injury was confirmed, and the team released a statement ruling Miller out without providing a specific recovery timeline.

This significant injury comes at a challenging time for the Hornets, who had recently seen their top four scorers—Miller, LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, and Mark Williams—healthy together for the first time this season. Miller, the second overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, has been a crucial contributor on the court, averaging 21.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.6 assists through the first 27 games of the season, showcasing impressive shooting statistics of .403 from the field overall, .355 from three-point range, and .861 from the free-throw line.

In Miller's absence, Nick Smith Jr. stepped into a starting role against the Chicago Bulls and scored 15 points in 26 minutes, indicating he could be a key player moving forward. Additionally, Seth Curry, who has also started in previous games when Miller was unavailable, is expected to take on an expanded role. As the Hornets adapt to this injury, their ability to compete will rely heavily on the performance of their remaining roster.

• Miller diagnosed with torn scapholunate ligament in right wrist.
• No specified timeline for recovery has been announced.
• Miller was averaging 21.0 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game.
• Nick Smith Jr. scored 15 points in a win over the Bulls in Miller's absence.