Gordon Hayward News, Rumors, Updates - Oklahoma City Thunder

Doubtful to play Wednesday Hayward (hamstring) is considered doubtful for Wednesday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Hayward departed Monday's game versus the Lakers with left hamstring soreness and is listed on the injury report Wednesday with the same issue. His status should be clarified ahead of the opening tip, but his absence could open the door for Jaden McDaniels to join the starting unit.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with hamstring injury Hayward won't return to Monday's game against the Lakers due to left hamstring soreness.

Impact Hayward left the contest in the fourth quarter, and the team quickly ruled him out for the remainder of the contest. He'll be considered day-to-day until more information on the injury is released.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gordon Hayward returned. How he looked and what we learned in the Hornets' loss to Atlanta After missing nine games with a fractured shoulder blade, the forward returned in a 125-106 loss to the Hawks on Friday night.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Hornets overcome LeBron's comeback, hold off Lakers 134-130

The Charlotte Hornets held off the Los Angeles Lakers 134-130 for only their second victory in 11 games

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • Associated Press

Secures nine rebounds Hayward finished with six points (3-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 126-105 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Hayward wasn't very efficient from the floor during Wednesday's loss, and he was held under 10 points for the second time in the last four games. However, he was productive on the boards and tied for the second-highest rebound total on the team. Over his four appearances since returning to action, he's averaged 12.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 34.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ball, Oubre lead Hornets past Kings to halt 8-game skid

LaMelo Ball scored 16 of his 23 points in the fourth quarter and the Charlotte Hornets held off the Sacramento Kings 125-119 to stop an eight-game losing streak

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Serviceable in Friday's return Hayward totaled nine points (3-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), three rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals across 29 minutes during Friday's 125-106 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Hayward returned to action Friday, sliding straight into the starting lineup. While his volume was a little underwhelming, he did manage to contribute across all major categories. It does feel as though his next injury could be just around the corner but as long as he is healthy, he is a must-roster player.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young scores 31, Hawks hold off Ball, Hornets 125-106

Trae Young scored 31 points, Bogdan Bogdanovic had 28 points on 7-of-10 shooting from beyond the 3-point arc and the depleted Atlanta Hawks handed the Charlotte Hornets their seven...

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • Associated Press

Starting in return Hayward (shoulder) will start in his return to the floor Friday versus the Hawks, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Hayward was cleared to play recently, but the question was what role that would be in. It appears Hayward will retake his spot in the starting unit, sending Kelly Oubre back to a bench role. However, it's unclear if Hayward will face any minutes restrictions, given his multi-week layoff.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Atlanta Hayward (shoulder) is available for Friday's matchup with the Hawks.

Impact Hayward has been upgraded from questionable to available after missing the last nine games with a fractured left shoulder. Hayward has started all 11 games he's played this year, but he may be eased back into the rotation following a lengthy absence.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Intends to play Friday Hayward (shoulder), who is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Hawks, is expected to play, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Hayward may not be officially cleared until shortly before the 7 p.m. ET opening tip, but all signs point to him returning from a nine-game absence due to a fractured left shoulder. Given how well Kelly Oubre has played in his absence, Hayward could be eased back into the mix Friday with a lighter minutes load while coming off the bench. Once he gets fully ramped back up, Hayward should serve as one of the Hornets' top secondary scoring options behind LaMelo Ball, Terry Rozier and Oubre.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time decision Friday Hayward (shoulder) participated in Friday's shootaround, but a decision on his status for the Hornets' game against the Hawks won't be made until shortly before the 7 p.m. ET tipof...

Impact Hayward has missed the last nine contests due to a left shoulder fracture but is questionable to return Friday. While Hayward is hopeful he can play, fantasy managers may want to wait on activating him until the Hornets provide confirmation that he'll suit up. If Hayward can't go against the Hawks, he will likely be available for Sunday's matchup with Denver.

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New Injury Update: Gordon Hayward Only 24 hours after getting Lamelo Ball back on the court for the first time in four weeks, Charlotte might be getting another starter back...

DECEMBER 16, 2022 • KANSASCITY.COM

Officially questionable Friday Hayward (shoulder) is questionable for Friday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Hayward hasn't played since Nov. 23 due to a fracture in his left shoulder, but the Hornets have expressed hope in recent days that he'll be able to return Friday. The team will likely see how he fares during Charlotte's morning shootaround prior to officially determining his availability, but he appears to be on the cusp of returning to action.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Friday Hayward (shoulder) could play as soon as Friday's game against the Hawks, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Hayward was deemed out indefinitely in late November, but this update suggests he's on the cusp of a return. Once available, he'll presumably be eased back into the rotation. His return could mean reduced workloads for Kai Jones, Jalen McDaniels and Bryce McGowens.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte takes on New York, aims to stop 3-game slide

Charlotte aims to break its three-game losing streak when the Charlotte Hornets take on New York

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Leonard returns, hits game-winner as Clippers beat Hornets

Kawhi Leonard scored 16 points, including an 18-foot jumper with 1.4 seconds to lift the Los Angeles Clippers to a 119-117 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in his return from a r...

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Oubre and Charlotte take on Los Angeles in non-conference play

Charlotte faces Los Angeles in non-conference action

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • Associated Press

How painful has it been in Charlotte to watch Gordon Hayward get injured again? - The Boston Globe Hayward is 32 and has never had a full opportunity to build off that lone All-Star appearance in 2017 with the Jazz, despite signing two max...

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee against Charlotte after 40-point game

Milwaukee plays the Charlotte Hornets after Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 40 points in the Bucks' 133-129 loss to the Los Angeles Lakers

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Washington plays Charlotte, aims to break road skid

Washington will try to stop its four-game road skid when the Wizards face Charlotte

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • Associated Press

Smart dishes 15, scores 22, Celtics crush Hornets 140-105

Jayson Tatum scored 35 points and the Boston Celtics jumped to a 27-point, first-quarter lead and beat the Charlotte Hornets 140-105

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • Associated Press

Boston puts home win streak on the line against Charlotte

Boston looks to prolong its eight-game home win streak with a victory over Charlotte

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • Associated Press

How long is Gordon Hayward out? Shoulder injury timeline, return date, latest updates on Hornets star Hayward missed eight games earlier this month with a shoulder injury and now looks set for a long stint on the sidelines.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

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Hornets overcome LeBron's comeback, hold off Lakers 134-130

Ball, Oubre lead Hornets past Kings to halt 8-game skid

Young scores 31, Hawks hold off Ball, Hornets 125-106

Charlotte takes on New York, aims to stop 3-game slide

Leonard returns, hits game-winner as Clippers beat Hornets

Oubre and Charlotte take on Los Angeles in non-conference play

Antetokounmpo leads Milwaukee against Charlotte after 40-point game

Washington plays Charlotte, aims to break road skid

Smart dishes 15, scores 22, Celtics crush Hornets 140-105

Boston puts home win streak on the line against Charlotte