The Charlotte Hornets are struggling through a tumultuous season characterized by injuries that have sidelined key players, drastically affecting their performance. Notably, LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges, and Mark Williams have each faced significant time away from the court. The latest blow came when rookie Brandon Miller was reported to potentially miss the rest of the season due to a wrist injury. Coach Charles Lee's first year has been marred by these setbacks, leading to a dismal record of just 11 wins.

In addition to the injury woes, the Hornets are also experiencing changes in their front office. Trent Salo, the VP of Player Health and Performance, has announced his departure from the full-time role to transition into a consultant position as he returns to Michigan for personal reasons. Although Salo emphasized that his move is not directly related to the team's injury crisis, his absence leaves the health staff with a significant void during a challenging recovery period for many players. The Hornets will have to evaluate their health management team moving forward.