Gordon Hayward (hip) questionable for Hornets on Saturday
Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Gordon Hayward (left hip strain) is questionable for Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors.
What It Means:
Hayward was probable for Thursday's game before being downgraded to out. After tonight's matchup, the Hornets are off until next Wednesday, so they may decide to hold Hayward out for the additional rest. Caleb Martin replaced Hayward in the starting lineup Thursday and Malik Monk logged additional minutes. P.J. Washington and LaMelo Ball should also be more involved if Hayward sits again.
numberFire's models project Hayward for 29.7 FanDuel points if he plays. He has a salary of $7,800 on Friday's eight-game slate. Without Hayward on the court this season, Ball sees a team-high 3.1 percent usage increase. Washington is second with a 2.7 percent boost.
Source:
Charlotte Hornets
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