Overview
- Charlotte’s PR account on X downgraded both Ball and Sexton to doubtful for Friday’s group-stage matchup.
- LaMelo Ball had been listed as questionable with a right ankle impingement on the official injury report earlier in the day.
- Collin Sexton is dealing with a strained neck after serving as Charlotte’s primary backcourt fill-in for Ball.
- The Hornets remain thin with Brandon Miller and Josh Green ruled out and Grant Williams sidelined following knee surgery.
- Miami routed Charlotte 144-117 in their first meeting on Oct. 28, adding context to the stakes for NBA Cup standings.