The Charlotte Hornets face a setback as starting power forward Miles Bridges is sidelined due to a bone bruise in his right knee. This injury, sustained during a recent game against the Detroit Pistons, comes at a crucial time as Bridges was having a standout performance with 27 points.

With key players like Mark Williams and Nick Richards already out, the Hornets will need to adjust their lineup. Grant Williams or Cody Martin may step into the starting role, while LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller are expected to increase their scoring efforts as the team navigates a challenging upcoming schedule.