Ryan Kalkbrenner News, Rumors, Updates - Charlotte Hornets

Charlotte visits Atlanta, aims to stop road skid

Charlotte aims to end its six-game road losing streak with a victory over Atlanta

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Harden erupts for 55, Clippers rout Hornets 131-116 in Paul's likely last game in North Carolina

James Harden made 10 3-pointers and scored a franchise-record 55 points, and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Charlotte Hornets 131-116 hours after 12-time All-Star point guard Ch...

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't return Saturday Kalkbrenner (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Impact The Hornets are referring to Kalkbrenner's ankle issue as soreness, which should be taken as a good sign. However, the rookie center should be considered highly questionable for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set in Atlanta on Sunday. In Kalkbrenner's absence, Moussa Diabate should see increased usage.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to locker room Kalkbrenner is headed to the locker room after appearing to tweak his ankle during Saturday's game against the Clippers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact The Hornets have yet to release an update on Kalkbrenner's status, but he can be considered questionable to return. While he's unavailable, Moussa Diabate should see increased usage. Kalkbrenner notched two points, two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes before leaving the contest in the second quarter.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sharing center duties Kalkbrenner contributed 10 points (4-5 FG, 2-3 FT) and nine rebounds over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 127-118 loss to the Pacers.

Impact It's been difficult to decipher which Hornets big man fantasy managers should invest in between Kalkbrenner and teammate Moussa Diabate. What is clear, is that the former is a steady source of efficient shooting nights. Kalkbrenner is shooting 81.1% on the season, the highest mark in the NBA thus far. He was unusually quiet on defense, though, after failing to register a block or steal for the only the second time this month.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Barrett scores tiebreaking basket as Raptors beat Hornets 110-108

RJ Barrett scored the tiebreaking basket with 18 seconds left in the fourth quarter, Brandon Ingram and Scottie Barnes both had pivotal blocked shots in the final moments and the T...

NOVEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Gilgeous-Alexander, Holmgren lead Thunder to 109-96 win over Hornets for 5th straight victory

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 33 points and Chet Holmgren added 25 as the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder used a big third quarter to beat the Charlotte Hornets 109-96 fo...

NOVEMBER 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Off injury report Saturday Kalkbrenner (personal) is off the injury report for Saturday's game against the Thunder.

Impact After missing Friday's game against the Bucks for personal reasons, Kalkbrenner is ready to rejoin the team for Saturday's tilt. The rookie big man should push Moussa Diabate to the bench. Kalkbrenner has averaged 9.9 points, 6.8 rebounds and 2.4 blocks in 11 games this season, shooting 83.3 percent from the field.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thunder face the Hornets, look for 5th straight victory

Oklahoma City will attempt to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Thunder take on Charlotte

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Out for personal reasons Kalkbrenner (personal) is out for Friday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Kalkbrenner won't be available for the first time this season Friday. The rookie second-rounder has a short turnaround if he wants to rejoin the team for Saturday's showdown with the Thunder. Moussa Diabate stands out as the most likely option to replace Kalkbrenner in the starting group against Milwaukee, with Mason Plumlee also in position to pick up the backup center role.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Enjoys perfect shooting night Kalkbrenner totaled 17 points (8-8 FG, 1-1 FT), nine rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 27 minutes during Wednesday's 111-100 victory over the Bucks.

Impact Kalkbrenner made the most of every offensive opportunity in this one, failing to miss a single shot on the night. He made an impact on the glass as well, falling just one rebound shy of his third double-double on the season. Kalkbrenner has been a steady contributor in the scoring and rebounding categories lately, averaging 11.5 points on 87.0 percent shooting from the field and 7.3 rebounds in 25.8 minutes over his last four games.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets rookie Ryan Kalkbrenner shines one day after becoming a father | Sporting News One day after the birth of his first daughter, Ryan Kalkbrenner didn't let a lack of sleep get in the way of his performance.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Hornets snap losing streak with 111-100 win over Bucks as Bridges scores 20

Miles Bridges scored 20 points, Ryan Kalkbrenner had 17 points on 8-for-8 field goal shooting, and the Charlotte Hornets snapped a three-game losing streak with a 111-100 win over...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

BUCKS at HORNETS | FULL GAME HIGHLIGHTS | November 12, 2025

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Hornets control Giannis-less Bucks to break losing skid Miles Bridges scored 20 points and rookie center Ryan Kalkbrenner made all eight of his shots from the field as the Charlotte Hornets defeat...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Rookie trio can help Hornets break nearly 30-year-old record Three of the Charlotte Hornets' rookies, namely Kon Knueppel, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and Sion James, have been bright spots for the team early in...

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • SWARMANDSTING.COM

Good to go Kalkbrenner (personal) is available for Wednesday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact Kalkbrenner was previously listed as questionable due to personal reasons, but the rookie center will suit up and play Wednesday. He's logged four blocks in four of his past five games, and he's averaging 7.4 points and 6.0 rebounds during that stretch.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Kalkbrenner (personal reasons) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Kalkbrenner was a very late addition to the injury report. The rookie has had a terrific start to the campaign with averages of 9.2 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.0 steals and 2.3 blocks in 26.6 minutes per contest. If he's unable to play, Moussa Diabate would likely be the next man up in Charlotte, and it's possible that Mason Plumlee could be involved as well.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kia Rookie Ladder: Hornets' duo makes its mark in Top 5 Changes mark the Rookie Ladder as Charlotte big men Kon Knueppel and Ryan Kalkbrenner stand tall in the Top 5.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • NBA.COM

Quiet in loss Kalkbrenner racked up nine points (3-4 FG, 3-3 FT) and four rebounds over 19 minutes during Monday's 121-111 loss to the Lakers.

Impact Kalkbrenner logged yet another effiicient shooting performance, getting his season averages to 9.2 points on 80.8 percent from the field, but he was unable to record a steal or block for just the second time. The rookie center has been a defensive anchor for Charlotte, averaging 2.3 blocks and 1.0 steals so far, and will look to get right Wednesday against Milwaukee.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ryan Kalkbrenner's historic NBA career start: 81% from the field through first 10 games

Ryan Kalkbrenner is off to an impressive start in his NBA career

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Powell scores 25, Heat start fast and run away from Hornets in NBA Cup, 126-108

Norman Powell scores 25 points as the Miami Heat defeat the Charlotte Hornets 126-108 in an NBA Cup game on Friday night

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Double-double with four blocks Kalkbrenner racked up 10 points (4-4 FG, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, four blocks and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 116-112 loss to the Pelicans.

Impact Kalkbrenner recorded the second double-double of his young career, adding four blocks for the third straight game. Despite some early-season conjecture surrounding Kalkbrenner's role, he has quickly established himself as the starting center in Charlotte. Through eight games, he is averaging 9.1 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.3 steals and 2.4 blocks, good enough for top 50 value in standard leagues.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No. 23 Creighton, restocked after departures, opens vs. South Dakota No.23 Creighton officially will begin life after Ryan Kalkbrenner on Wednesday when it hosts South Dakota in the team's season opener in Oma...

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Kon Knueppel's career-high 24 points helps Hornets to a 126-103 rout of Jazz

Miles Bridges scored 29 points, Kon Knueppel added a career-high 24 and the Charlotte Hornets routed the Utah Jazz 126-103 to snap a three-game skid

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

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