Mason Plumlee News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Recalled to NBA The Clippers recalled Plumlee from the Ontario Clippers of the G League on Wednesday.

Impact Plumlee had a brief stint in the G League while working his way back from a lengthy absence due to an MCL sprain. However, the veteran big man will join the NBA squad and should compete with Daniel Theis for backup center minutes behind Ivica Zubac.

JANUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Balanced showing in G League outing Plumlee posted 14 points (5-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals over 29 minutes in Wednesday's 125-114 loss to Stockton.

Impact Plumlee made his first appearance of the year with Ontario while working back from an MCL sprain, debuting in the G League by hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total and ending as one of five players with a double-digit point total in a losing effort. In eight games at the NBA level, Plumlee has averaged 4.9 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.1 assists over 14.3 minutes for Los Angeles.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suiting up in G League Plumlee (knee, conditioning) will play in the Ontario Clippers' G League game versus the Stockton Kings, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact After recovering from an MCL sprain, Plumlee was cleared from the injury report Jan. 1. However, he didn't see any action in back-to-back games before making a seven-minute appearance in last Friday's win over the Pelicans. While Plumlee is cleared for game action, it appears he's still working his way back to full strength. Daniel Theis continues to operate as the primary backup to Ivica Zubac, with Plumlee in limbo. It wouldn't be surprising to see Plumlee play in a few games with Ontario before returning to the NBA club.

JANUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first appearance in two months Plumlee (knee) played seven minutes in Friday's 111-95 win over the Pelicans, finishing with eight points (2-2 FG, 4-5 FT) and two rebounds.

Impact Plumlee was cleared to return to action Jan. 1, but he didn't appear in either of the Clippers' first two games of the month before he made his return to action Friday, when he checked into the game with 7:11 remaining in the fourth quarter. The 33-year-old was productive during his time on the court in what was his first appearance in two months following an extended recovery from an MCL sprain, but Plumlee looks as though he'll still be on the outside of the rotation for now. Expect Daniel Theis to continue serving as the primary backup to starting center Ivica Zubac while the Clippers -- who have won 14 of their last 16 games -- continue to roll.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still not at full strength Plumlee, who was removed from the injury report at the beginning of January, said Friday that he is still working to get his conditioning back but feels like he's "really close" to...

Impact With the Clippers rolling, Plumlee has been fine with letting Daniel Theis operate as the primary backup to Ivica Zubac. Plumlee missed 25 straight games due to a left MCL sprain and was cleared to start January, but he hasn't seen the floor over the last two games. Even when he is reintegrated into the rotation, Plumlee likely won't garner a large enough role to crack relevancy in standard fantasy leagues.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Plumlee (knee) has been cleared to return Monday against Miami, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact Plumlee is active following a 25-game absence after spraining his left MCL on Nov. 6 against the Knicks. Coach Tyronn Lue noted that Plumlee is still acclimating to a knee brace he will wear in games, so Plumlee will likely be ramped up cautiously. Ivica Zubac and Daniel Theis will continue controlling the big man minutes Monday.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Plumlee (knee) is questionable for Monday's game versus the Heat.

Impact Plumlee has been sidelined since he suffered an MCL sprain on Nov. 6, but he logged his first full practice Sunday and is gearing up for a return. Daniel Theis has been holding down the fort as the backup center behind Ivica Zubac in recent weeks, but Plumlee is likely to take back his role once he's cleared.

JANUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Sunday Plumlee (knee) was a full participant during Sunday's practice, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact It was Plumlee's first full practice since suffering a left MCL sprain Nov. 6. Coach Tyronn Lue said the veteran big man has been participating in the team's "stay ready" games, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him upgraded to questionable soon.

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts jogging again Coach Tyronn Lue said Plumlee (knee) was able to jog on the side courts during Tuesday's practice, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Plumlee took a big step Tuesday, but he's expected to remain sidelined for at least a few more weeks while recovering from a serious MCL sprain. The veteran center suffered the injury during a Nov. 6 game against the Knicks and was given a two-month return timeline. Plumlee is due for another evaluation in mid-December.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

To be re-evaluated next month Plumlee (knee) will be re-evaluated in four weeks as he recovers from a serious MCL sprain, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Plumlee suffered a left MCL sprain on Nov. 6 against the Knicks. While the grade of his sprain has not been publicized, his lengthy recovery timeline indicates a longer absence is likely. He will miss the Clippers next 11 games, at minimum, prior to being re-evaluated.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers' Plumlee (MCL) expected to miss 2 months Plumlee and Julius Randle collided during the Clippers' loss to the New York Knicks on Monday.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Likely out until 2024 Plumlee (knee) is expected to be sidelined for up to two months due to his left MCL sprain, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Plumlee suffered his knee injury against the Knicks on Monday and is likely headed toward a lengthy absence. P.J. Tucker and Moussa Diabate are candidates to receive increased roles in his absence. Plumlee was averaging 5.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 17.0 minutes across his first six appearances before going down to injury.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers center Mason Plumlee has sprained knee ligament Clippers backup center Mason Plumlee sprained the MCL in his left knee during Monday's loss at New York and will return to L.A. to have the...

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Diagnosed with MCL sprain Plumlee was diagnosed with a left knee MCL sprain Tuesday and will return to Los Angeles for further evaluation, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact Plumlee will reportedly be re-evaluated Thursday in Los Angeles, so it's safe to assume the backup big man will miss the remaining two games on the Clippers' road trip -- Wednesday in Brooklyn and Friday in Dallas. If that's the case, Plumlee's next chance to suit up would come Sunday versus Memphis. However, he's likely looking at a multi-week absence. In Plumlee's stead, Moussa Diabate and P.J. Tucker could see increased minutes as the backup center behind Ivica Zubac.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with knee sprain Plumless has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Knicks due to a left knee sprain, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Plumlee needed help exiting the court after colliding with Julius Randle in the second half, and he's since been ruled out for the remainder of the contest. Moussa Diabate and P.J. Tucker could be in line for additional minutes down the stretch of Monday's matchup with Plumlee shut down.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goes down with knee injury Plumlee had to be carried off the floor Monday against the Knicks after suffering an apparent left knee injury, Ohm Youngmisuk of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Plumlee suffered the injury during a collision with Julius Randle, and he'll presumably be done for the rest of the night after needing assistance to get off the court. The severity of Plumlee's injury is unclear at this time.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees 21 minutes Plumlee finished Sunday's 123-83 win over San Antonio with four points (2-3 FG), six rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes.

Impact This game was a blowout, so starting center Ivica Zubac saw only 22 minutes of action, allowing Plumlee to garner an increased role. Zubac's production and workload have been far superior to his backup's early on this season, limiting Plumlee's fantasy appeal to deeper formats.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action Thursday Plumlee (undisclosed) posted six points (2-3 FG, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 18 minutes during Thursday's 103-90 preseason loss to the Nuggets...

Impact Plumlee wasn't available for the Clippers' previous preseason game due to an undisclosed reason, but he returned to action for the team's final exhibition. The veteran center is locked into the top backup center role behind Ivica Zubac to begin the 2023-24 campaign.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting out Tuesday Plumlee won't play in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Nuggets, Justin Russo of the 'Clip & Roll' podcast reports.

Impact It's unclear if Plumlee has suffered an injury or is being held out Tuesday for precautionary reasons. Regardless, the veteran big man's next chance to suit up is Thursday's preseason rematch with Denver.

OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How Clippers roster has reached capacity after Mason Plumlee, Kobe Brown signings As of now, 11 of the players who were on standard contracts at the beginning of the 2022-23 season are still on the team.

JULY 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Strong end to season Plumlee supplied 20 points (6-7 FG, 8-9 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 24 minutes during Tuesday's 136-130 loss to the Suns in Game 5 of the Western Conferenc...

Impact Plumlee had himself quite a night despite the loss, recording a 20-and-10 double-double in just 24 minutes. Although he served as the backup center behind Ivica Zubac in the majority of games since arriving from Charlotte, Plumlee certainly played like he wanted the starting gig. Looking ahead, it is hard to see him ever being a permanent starter but if nothing else comes of this season, he definitely still has a role to play no matter his eventual landing spot.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clippers' Bones Hyland says altercation with Mason Plumlee is behind them Clippers guard Bones Hyland said the heated exchange with center Mason Plumlee in Sunday's game is "nothing to worry about. We're focused on...

APRIL 12, 2023 • LATIMES.COM

Ty Lue Reacts to Clippers Players Fighting on Bench Mason Plumlee and Bones Hyland had an altercation on the bench

APRIL 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Ty Lue Reacts to Clippers Players Fighting on Bench Mason Plumlee and Bones Hyland had an altercation on the bench

APRIL 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Law Murray: Mason Plumlee beats the 3rd quarter clock with... - The Athletic Mason Plumlee beats the 3rd quarter clock with a great pass by him and Russell Westbrook after a narrow miss corner 3 by an open Terrence Ro...

APRIL 9, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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