BRYCE MCGOWENS NEWS

Adds 20 points off bench McGowens recorded 20 points (5-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 8-8 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 21 minutes during Monday's 97-95 Summer League win over the 76ers.

Impact McGowens put up a team-high 20 points and managed to get to the charity stripe with ease. The Nebraska product put pen to paper on a two-way contract Thursday and is seemingly eager to prove that he can handle rotation minutes, though he'll need to further distinguish himself amongst a crowded backcourt. Shaedon Sharpe (abdomen), Kris Murray, Rayan Rupert and Justin Minaya are also in the mix to secure backup guard minutes behind Anfernee Simons (knee).

JULY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Headed to Portland McGowens agreed to a two-way contract with the Trail Blazers on Thursday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Impact McGowens spent the first two seasons of his career with the Hornets, but he was let go by Charlotte over the weekend. After performing well late in the California Classic Summer League for the Hornets, he will land a deal with the Trail Blazers that will allow him to move easily between the G League and parent club.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Released by Buzz City The Hornets waived McGowens on Saturday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact McGowens spent the first two years of his career with the Hornets, and he averaged 5.2 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.1 assists across 16.0 minutes per game. The 21-year-old will enter free agency after starting in 14 of the Hornets' 59 games last season, during which he averaged 9.1 points and shot 46.7 percent from the field.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets Player Grades: Bryce McGowens He stayed fairly steady but didn't show significant strides this season.

JUNE 4 • SI.COM

Bryce McGowens Likes the Idea of JJ Redick as the Next Hornets Head Coach Charlotte's young guard is excited for the future.

MAY 2 • SI.COM

Starting Sunday McGowens is in the starting lineup for Sunday's regular-season finale against Cleveland.

Impact McGowens will log his first start since Feb. 4, with 13 starts on the year yielding 8.4 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists on 47.4 percent shooting thus far. The second-year guard will get another opportunity to showcase his athleticism and shot making in Charlotte's 82nd game.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores five off bench McGowens notched five points (2-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and one rebound over eight minutes during Wednesday's 115-114 win over Atlanta.

Impact McGowens has been on the fringes of the Hornets' rotation late in the year, but he was relatively efficient with his limited playing time Wednesday. Over his last seven appearances, he's averaged just 2.6 points in 6.0 minutes per game.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Deployed in garbage time Monday McGowens (knee) recorded two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and no other statistics over three minutes Monday in the Hornets' 115-92 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact McGowens was cleared to play after a seven-game absence due to a right knee strain, but he didn't capture a spot in the rotation in his return. Aside from JT Thor playing the final 1:50 of the second quarter, Hornets head coach Steve Clifford ran a tight eight-man rotation while the contest was competitive, as McGowens and the team's other three deep reserves (Thor, Nick Smith and Amari Bailey) all checked into the game with 3:06 remaining and Charlotte trailing by 21 points. All of LaMelo Ball (ankle), Seth Curry (ankle) and Cody Martin (ankle) were sidelined Monday, but it may take the Hornets to be down another guard before McGowens picks up meaningful playing time.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play McGowens (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact McGowens hasn't played since March 8, so he'll likely be limited off the bench during Monday's contest. Over his last seven appearances, McGowens has averaged 2.7 points and 1.6 rebounds in 12.3 minutes per game.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable McGowens (knee) has been upgraded to questionable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact McGowens was initially ruled out for Monday's matchup, but he's trending in the right direction ahead of tipoff. However, he hasn't played since March 8, so if he's cleared to suit up Monday, he could have a minutes restriction.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Monday McGowens (knee) won't play Monday against the Cavaliers.

Impact McGowens hasn't seen any action since March 8 due to a right knee strain. His next chance to return will arrive Wednesday against the Cavaliers.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Saturday McGowens (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Impact McGowens continues to deal with a right knee sprain and will be sidelined again Saturday. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but his next chance to suit up will be Monday against Cleveland.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in Orlando McGowens (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game in Orlando.

Impact McGowens hasn't played since March 8 due to a swollen right knee, which has been diagnosed as a sprain. His next chance to suit up will come Saturday in Atlanta.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Philadelphia McGowens (knee) is out for Saturday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact McGowens's absence streak will extend to five games Saturday due to a swollen right knee. His next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Orlando.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Remaining out Friday McGowens (knee) will not play Friday versus Phoenix.

Impact McGowens' multi-game absence comes at an inopportune time for the second-year guard, as Cody Martin and LaMelo Ball are both amid extended absences due to ankle injuries. McGowens faces a quick turnaround time for his next opportunity to take the court Saturday against Philadelphia.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday McGowens (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Memphis.

Impact McGowens will miss his third straight game due to right knee inflammation. His next opportunity to take the court comes Friday versus Phoenix.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming McGowens (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Detroit.

Impact McGowens will miss his second consecutive game due to right knee inflammation. He joins a litany of injuries in the Hornets' backcourt, with Tre Mann (groin) considered doubtful and LaMelo Ball (ankle), Cody Martin (ankle) and Seth Curry (ankle) all amid extended absences.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Bryce McGowens Ruled Out vs. Nets Tonight’s injury report for the Charlotte Hornets.

MARCH 9 • SACBEE.COM

Ruled out against Brooklyn McGowens (knee) won't play in Saturday's game versus the Nets.

Impact McGowens has been downgraded from questionable to out Saturday due to right knee swelling. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Detroit.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Gets questionable tag McGowens is considered questionable for Saturday's game versus the Nets due to knee swelling.

Impact McGowens' status Saturday will likely depend on how his knee is feeling closer to tipoff. With Tre Mann (groin) out, Brandon Miller could see an uptick in his usual minutes should McGowens also get ruled out, while Nick Smith and Vasilije Micic could see some run in the rotation.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Posts strong numbers off bench McGowens ended with 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and one steal over 30 minutes during Friday's 120-84 loss to the Bucks.

Impact The Hornets trailed by 28 points at halftime and never made a serious run in the second half, which helps explain why McGowens reached 30 minutes for the first time since mid-December. The second-year pro made the most of the opportunity, matching his season-high marks with 15 points and five boards. McGowens doesn't usually get enough minutes to be a viable fantasy asset, though he's been getting a longer look of late and has scored in double digits in four of his past five games.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Joins second unit Monday McGowens will come off the bench Monday versus the Lakers.

Impact McGowens is coming off three straight starts, which yielded 8.2 points, 2.0 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 1.3 steals on 43.8 percent shooting in 18.3 minutes per game. Leaky Black will run with the starters Monday.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Stuff stat sheet Friday McGowens posted 15 points (6-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds, three assists, one block and four steals over 25 minutes during Friday's 126-106 loss to Oklahoma City.

Impact McGowens had only recorded one steal since Dec. 19, so Friday is best regarded as an aberration, although his activity defensively is an encouraging sign. The second-year guard from Nebraska has limited turnovers while seeing incremental growth in efficiency across the board this season.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Chicago McGowens will start Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact McGowens has been on the fringes of the Hornets' rotation recently, but he'll make his 11th start of the season Wednesday since LaMelo Ball (ankle) has been ruled out once again. Over his previous starts this year, McGowens has averaged 8.5 points, 2.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 22.1 minutes per game.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday McGowens (hip) is available for Saturday's game versus the 76ers.

Impact McGowens has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday after missing the previous two games with a left hip strain. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) out, McGowens will likely receive increased playing time.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE