Ryan Kalkbrenner News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Hornets throttle Jazz, win by largest margin in NBA this season After back-to-back disappointing losses, reinforcements were on the way for the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday, as Grant Williams and Ryan Ka...

3 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Nears double-double off bench Kalkbrenner (elbow) accumulated 12 points (5-7 FG, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two blocks across 23 minutes during Saturday's 150-95 win over the Jazz.

Impact Kalkbrenner returned from a 10-game absence due to a sprained left elbow, chipping in double-digit points for just the third time across nine appearances (seven starts) since Dec. 1. The rookie big man led the second unit in rebounds as well, grabbing at least nine boards for the first time since Dec. 3. Kalkbrenner had started 25 of his 26 regular-season appearances entering Saturday's contest, so it will be worth monitoring his playing time and role going forward.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't start in return Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't start Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Kalkbrenner is available to return from a 10-game absence due to a sprained left elbow, though he'll come off the bench for just the second time this season. Moussa Diabate will remain in the starting five. In his lone appearance off the bench during a loss to New York on Dec. 3, Kalkbrenner posted eight points, nine rebounds and three blocks in 25 minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to return Kalkbrenner (elbow) is available for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Impact Kalkbrenner is officially ready to make his return from a nine-game absence due to a sprained left elbow. The rookie center is averaging 8.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.8 blocks across 25.6 minutes per game this season. He has started in all but one of his appearances. Kalkbrenner's return will mean fewer minutes for Moussa Diabate and PJ Hall.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Saturday Kalkbrenner (elbow) is probable to play Saturday in Utah.

Impact Kalkbrenner is on track to return from a 10-game absence Saturday evening, so he'll likely have some minutes restrictions in his first game back. With Kalkbrenner back in the mix, there will be fewer minutes available for Moussa Diabate and PJ Hall. Check back for official word on Kalkbrenner's status closer to Saturday's tip.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

George and the Jazz take on Bridges and the Hornets

The Utah Jazz take on the Charlotte Hornets in out-of-conference play

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Another absence coming Kalkbrenner (elbow) will miss Thursday's game against Indiana.

Impact The rookie center will be sidelined for a 10th straight game and remains without a timetable to return. He can be considered doubtful for Saturday's game against Utah.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte faces Indiana on 3-game home skid

Charlotte will attempt to end its three-game home slide when the Hornets host Indiana

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Remaining out vs. Toronto Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Raptors, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Kalkbrenner will miss his ninth consecutive contest due to a sprained left elbow and is without a clear timetable for a return. The rookie big man should be considered doubtful for Thursday's game against the Pacers until the Hornets provide an update on his status.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Barnes, Raptors square off against the Hornets

Charlotte and Toronto will square off in a matchup of Eastern Conference foes

JANUARY 6 • Associated Press

Oklahoma City takes on Charlotte, looks for 4th straight home win

Oklahoma City will try to keep its three-game home win streak alive when the Thunder take on Charlotte

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Still sidelined Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't play in Monday's game against Oklahoma City.

Impact Kalkbrenner will miss an eighth consecutive game due to a sprained elbow, and it's unclear how close he is to being cleared for game action. The rookie center's absence has left more minutes for Moussa Diabate and PJ Hall.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges and Miller help the Hornets beat the Bulls 112-99

Miles Bridges had 26 points and 14 rebounds, helping the Charlotte Hornets beat the Chicago Bulls 112-99

JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Bulls vs Hornets injury report: Coby White, Josh Giddey, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and more The Chicago Bulls will face similar injury concerns as they have in recent games, while the Charlotte Hornets are thin up front.

JANUARY 3 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Absence continues Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Chicago.

Impact It'll be Kalkbrenner's seventh straight absence as the rookie center battles a sprained left elbow. With Moussa Diabate (wrist) also sidelined, PJ Hall and Tidjane Salaun are slated to handle expanded roles. Kalkbrenner's next chance to play will come Monday at Oklahoma City.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte takes on Chicago, looks to halt 3-game skid

Charlotte is looking to stop its three-game slide with a win against Chicago

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Remaining out vs. Milwaukee Kalkbrenner (elbow) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Kalkbrenner will miss his sixth consecutive contest due to a left elbow sprain, and it's not a positive sign that he continues to be ruled out a day in advance of games. The rookie second-rounder's next opportunity to play will come Saturday against Chicago. With Kalkbrenner sidelined, Moussa Diabate (wrist) is expected to get the starting nod if he can shake his questionable tag, while PJ Hall is likely to remain in the rotation.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Rollins and the Bucks host conference foe Charlotte

Milwaukee faces Charlotte in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

JANUARY 1 • Associated Press

Stephen Curry scores 26 in annual homecoming game as Warriors top Hornets 132-125

Stephen Curry scored 26 points in his annual homecoming game in Charlotte, and the Golden State Warriors defeated the Hornets 132-125 on Wednesday in front of 19,685, the largest c...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Another absence coming Kalkbrenner (elbow) is out for Wednesday's game against Golden State.

Impact Wednesday will be a fifth straight absence for the rookie big man. Friday's game against Milwaukee is his next chance to return from an elbow sprain. Moussa Diabate should continue to start at center Wednesday.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bridges and the Hornets take on Butler and the Warriors

Charlotte and Golden State play in non-conference action

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Portis, Antetokounmpo lead Bucks past Hornets 123-113 for first back-to-back wins since October

Bobby Portis shot 8 of 12 from the field and scored 25 points off the bench, Giannis Antetokounmpo added 24 points and seven assists and the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Charlotte...

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Miles Bridges ruled out after leaving Hornets' game vs. Bucks in first quarter with ankle injury

Charlotte Hornets forward Miles Bridges left the game against the Milwaukee Bucks with a right ankle injury

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Out again Kalkbrenner (elbow) won't play in Monday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact Kalkbrenner will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest due to a sprained left elbow. Moussa Diabate will likely draw another start at center while PJ Hall could enter the rotation. Kalkbrenner's next chance to play will come Wednesday against Golden State.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Milwaukee visits Charlotte for conference showdown

Charlotte takes on Milwaukee in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

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George and the Jazz take on Bridges and the Hornets

Charlotte faces Indiana on 3-game home skid

Barnes, Raptors square off against the Hornets

Oklahoma City takes on Charlotte, looks for 4th straight home win

Bridges and Miller help the Hornets beat the Bulls 112-99

Charlotte takes on Chicago, looks to halt 3-game skid

Rollins and the Bucks host conference foe Charlotte

Stephen Curry scores 26 in annual homecoming game as Warriors top Hornets 132-125

Bridges and the Hornets take on Butler and the Warriors

Portis, Antetokounmpo lead Bucks past Hornets 123-113 for first back-to-back wins since October

Miles Bridges ruled out after leaving Hornets' game vs. Bucks in first quarter with ankle injury

Milwaukee visits Charlotte for conference showdown