Miles

Bridges

Limited to 12 points in Wednesday’s loss to the Raptors, Bridges was a bit more effective on Thursday. He’s recorded at least four assists in each of his last three games, and the Hornets’ forward has offered top-50 value in nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. While Bridges’ fantasy ceiling isn’t particularly high, he provides a solid floor for managers seeking consistent production.

Bridges delivered an impressive all-around stat sheet-stuffing performance as Charlotte erased an early deficit, outscoring Chicago 62-41 in the second half to pull away for a relatively easy win. The 27-year-old forward has scored at least 25 points in back-to-back games as he continues to receive additional creation possessions and play a larger role from a rebounding standpoint due to injuries. The Hornets have four games next week including matchups against the Thunder, Raptors, Pacers and Jazz.

Bridges delivered a pair of clutch buckets in the final minute but it still wasn’t enough as Giannis and company made just enough plays in the closing seconds to outlast the Hornets in this one. The 27-year-old forward put together his first 20-point effort since December 14 and looked sharp in his return after a brief one-game absence due to an ankle injury.

Bridges is back after sitting out Wednesday’s loss to the Warriors. Collin Sexton was his replacement in the starting lineup, but the guard could remain in the first five because Charlotte does not have its top three centers. Sexton is worth holding onto in deep leagues.

Bridges was held out of Wednesday’s loss to the Warriors, with Collin Sexton playing 27 minutes as his replacement in the starting lineup. Look for Sexton to head to the bench if Bridges plays, and it appears more likely than not that he will.

Sexton got the starting nod in place of the injured Miles Bridges, and he made the most of his opportunities. The Young Bull shot just 6-of-16 from the floor and 0-of-5 from beyond the arc, but efficiency aside, he offered useful numbers to fantasy managers who decided to stream him. Sexton could stick with the first unit if Bridges is forced to miss additional time. The Hornets play a Friday-Saturday back-to-back set against the Bucks and Bulls.

Bridges injured his right ankle on Monday against the Bucks, and the injury will cost him at least one game. Kon Knueppel (ankle) is back in action, but the Hornets could give more minutes to Tidjane Salaun, Collin Sexton and potentially Sion James to make up for the absence of Bridges.

Bridges sprained his right ankle during the first half of Monday’s loss to the Bucks and exited after seven minutes of action. With Kon Knueppel (ankle) considered probable, there’s a chance that Sion James remains in the starting lineup for another game if Bridges can’t play.

Bridges suffered a right ankle injury during the first half of Monday’s game, playing seven minutes before having to exit. Tidjane Salaün should play more minutes off the bench, while fellow reserve Collin Sexton may see his usage increase due to Charlotte’s need for offensive production.

After shooting 2-of-9 from the field in the first half, Bridges made 80 percent of his attempts after halftime to boost the final point total. A combination of a low field-goal percentage and limited defensive production has negatively impacted Bridges’ fantasy value, but he remains a top-100 player in eight- and nine-cat formats.