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Starting sans Ball Simpson will enter the starting lineup in Tuesday's game against the Warriors.

Impact With LaMelo Ball (ankle) on the shelf, Simpson will draw his third start of the year. The 22-year-old point guard accumulated 25 points, nine assists, four rebounds and two steals across 60 total minutes in his previous two starts.

FEBRUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Career-high nine rebounds in loss Simpson supplied nine points (3-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 97-89 loss to the Nets.

Impact Simpson struggled with his shooting in Monday's loss to the Nets, going 3-for-12 from the field and 0-for-4 from deep. However, he racked up a career-high nine rebounds, four assists and one steal, which salvaged what could've been a forgettable performance for the Hornets.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Career-high nine rebounds in loss Simpson supplied nine points (3-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 97-89 loss to the Nets.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench role Simpson is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Nets.

Impact The Hornets won't start Simpson for this matchup since LaMelo Ball (ankle) is ready to roll in the second leg of this back-to-back set. Even though Simpson has scored in double digits in three games in a row, he won't carry a lot of fantasy upside if he's relegated to a second-unit role.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to bench role Simpson is not in the starting lineup for Monday's game against the Nets.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Balanced outing in starting lineup Simpson had 10 points (3-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), four rebounds, six assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Sunday's 112-102 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Simpson entered the starting lineup Sunday due to injuries with a few Hornets players, putting forth a balanced performance including handing out a team-high assist mark in a losing effort. Simpson reached double figures in scoring for the forth time this season, including in three straight outings.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup Simpson will start Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact With LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Nick Smith (back) both sitting out the first game of a back-to-back set, Simpson and Seth Curry slide into the starting lineup. Simpson started against the Bucks on Wednesday and posted 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), three assists, one rebound and one steal over 28 minutes during the Hornets' 112-102 loss

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Simpson isn't in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact LaMelo Ball will reclaim his starting spot from Simpson after missing Charlotte's previous contest due to an ankle injury. Simpson is averaging 6.0 points, 2.5 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 19.3 minutes across his previous 10 appearances coming off the bench.

FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 15 points in first start Simpson tallied 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), three assists, one rebound and one steal over 28 minutes during the Hornets' 112-102 loss to the Bucks.

Impact Simpson got the first start of his NBA career Wednesday due to Vasilije Micic being ruled out with an ankle injury. Simpson took advantage of the opportunity, connecting on three threes for the first time this season while finishing tied with Miles Bridges as the Hornets' second-leading scorer behind Nick Smith (22). Simpson could start against the Spurs on Friday if Micic is not cleared to play.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First career start Wednesday Simpson will start in Wednesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact It'll be the first career start for Simpson, who will replace Vasilije Micic (ankle) in Charlotte's first unit. Simpson has averaged 8.3 points, 4.0 assists and 3.5 rebounds in 25.8 minutes over his last four games, and he's in line for an uptick in minutes Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies eight assists in loss Simpson logged eight points (2-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds and eight assists across 27 minutes during Saturday's 107-104 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Simpson provided the Hornets with a viable backup point guard option, something that could turn into a more sizeable role should Vasilije Micic be forced to the sideline after suffering an ankle injury in the loss. Simpson's overall game translates relatively well on the defensive end, while the assists are an interesting wrinkle that could afford him some playmaking opportunities.

FEBRUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to G League The Hornets assigned Simpson to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Saturday.

Impact Simpson logged 19 minutes in his most recent outing for Charlotte. However, as a two-way player, he will now spend time with the team's G League affiliate.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to parent club The Hornets transferred Simpson from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Friday.

Impact With LaMelo Ball (wrist) listed as questionable for the front end of a back-to-back set Friday versus the Trail Blazers, Simpson will rejoin the Hornets and could crack the rotation. The rookie guard has averaged 4.3 points, 1.8 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 14.4 minutes across 12 appearances for Charlotte thus far.

JANUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to G League The Hornets transferred Simpson to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Saturday.

Impact Simpson continues to split time between the NBA and G League as a two-way player. However, the rookie guard should receive increased playing time while with the Swarm.

JANUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back to NBA Charlotte recalled Simpson from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.

Impact Simpson made two appearances during his stint with the Swarm, but he'll be available Monday for the Hornets' game against the Bulls. He's played just nine games at the NBA level this season, averaging 13.3 minutes.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Flirts with triple-double Simpson had eight points (2-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 110-104 loss to the 76ers.

Impact Simpson was the first player off the Charlotte bench and nearly triple-doubled as he posted career-high marks in assists (9) and rebounds (6). The Hornets are very shorthanded right now, so the No. 42 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft could get an extended look if Tuesday's performance was any indication.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first career minutes Simpson produced two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist across seven minutes during Monday's 114-93 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Simpson played seven minutes in the loss, stepping onto an NBA court for the first time. The Hornets were never in the contest, allowing their second and third units to see some extra playing time. It is a momentous occasion for any rookie when they first get a taste of what it's like to play in the NBA, but that is where the news ends given Simpson is far from being an every-night part of the rotation.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs two-way pact with Buzz City The Hornets signed Simpson (hamstring) to a two-way contract Sunday, Michael Scotto of USA Today reports.

Impact The No. 42 overall pick of the 2024 Draft will spend time between the Hornets and their G League affiliate, the Greensboro Swarm. Simpson suffered a hamstring injury prior to the draft and will miss the Summer League, but he should be good to go for training camp. The 21-year-old averaged 19.7 points, 5.8 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1.6 steals while shooting 43.4 percent from three for Colorado in 2023-24.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

To miss Summer League Simpson suffered a hamstring injury during the pre-draft process and is expected to miss Summer League to rehab.

Impact This is an unfortunate injury for Simpson, who undoubtedly would've benefitted from seeing game action during Summer League. However, the team notes the rookie guard is expected to be healthy by the fall and should be available for the start of training camp.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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