Kofi Inkoom
Charlotte Hornets’ guard, James Bouknight, has been officially diagnosed with a left knee sprain, as reported by the team.
Bouknight will miss a portion of the training camp, and the precise timetable for his return remains uncertain.
In the 2022-23 season, Bouknight graced the court in 34 games, contributing an average of 5.6 points, 2.1 rebounds, and 1.2 assists while shooting at a 36% accuracy from the field and 30% from three-point range.
The enigmatic third-year guard has struggled to leave a significant mark on his budding NBA career, making this training camp a pivotal moment for him to reboot his professional journey.
Charlotte has introduced fresh competition in the backcourt during the recent offseason, bringing in talents like Amari Bailey, Frank Ntilikina, Nick Smith Jr., and Edmond Sumner.
To secure a spot on the 2023-24 Hornets’ roster, Bouknight must outperform these newcomers.
His absence during this crucial preseason phase poses a challenge for a player who concluded the previous season on a high note.