BRYCE MCGOWENS NEWS

Listed as questionable McGowens (hip) is considered questionable for Saturday's matchup with the 76ers.

Impact McGowens has missed the Hornets' previous two games due to a hip strain. His status Saturday will likely depend on how he is feeling closer to kickoff. The 21-year-old averaged 5.9 points, 1.7 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 0.8 triples across 17.7 minutes in his 10 previous games prior to the injury.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Friday McGowens (hip) has been ruled out for Friday's game against San Antonio.

Impact McGowens continues to deal with a left hip strain and will be unavailable for a second consecutive game. However, the Hornets will get a boost since Brandon Miller (back) has been cleared to return Friday. Whether McGowens will be available for Saturday's game against the 76ers remains to be seen.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against San Antonio McGowens (hip) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Spurs.

Impact McGowens is in danger of missing his second straight game Friday due to a left hip strain. With Brandon Miller (back) also questionable, Cody Martin could remain in Charlotte's starting five.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against New Orleans McGowens (hip) is out for Wednesday's game versus the Pelicans.

Impact McGowens will miss his first game since Nov. 4 on Wednesday after being downgraded from questionable to out with a left hip strain. With Brandon Miller (back) also out, Cody Martin will likely receive increased playing time. McGowen's next chance to suit up is Friday's matchup with the Spurs.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hip flexor strain McGowens is questionable to play Wednesday against New Orleans due to a left hip flexor strain.

Impact McGowens has been infrequently utilized of late for the Hornets, making two starts in Charlotte's last five games, while also logging up two games where he played just five minutes. No in-game injury was reported for McGowens following Sunday's loss to Miami, which likely indicates that the second-year guard is dealing with a minor injury.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Joins second group Roderick Boone of The Charlotte ObserverMcGowens will come off the bench for Friday's game against the Spurs, Rod Boone reports.

Impact LaMelo Ball (ankle) is making his return to action Friday, and that will push Terry Rozier over to shooting guard where Mcgowens has been filling in. Given how shorthanded the Hornets are, McGowens is likely to be a key contributor for the second unit.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting lineup McGowens will start Monday's game against the Bulls, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact McGowens was relegated to a bench role Saturday versus Chicago after starting five straight contests, but with Cody Martin (groin) sidelined, McGowens wil move back into the starting lineup Monday. Across eight starts this season, McGowens has averaged 9.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 23.4 minutes per game.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Falls flat as starter McGowens ended with four points (1-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds and two assists over 21 minutes during Tuesday's 111-104 win over Sacramento.

Impact With the Hornets shorthanded, McGowens has made five straight starts, averaging 7.6 points, 2.2 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 21.8 minutes. He's made eight total starts this season, averaging 9.8 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.9 assists in 23.4 minutes. Even with a starting role, McGowens doesn't need to be rostered in most fantasy leagues.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Joins starting five McGowens will join the starting lineup for Tuesday's game against the Clippers.

Impact Brandon Miller (ankle) will sit out Tuesday's contest, so the Hornets will need Mcgowens to provide some floor spacing. In three previous starts this season, McGowens averaged 13.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.0 three-pointers.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench McGowens won't start Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact McGowens drew back-to-back starts in Gordon Hayward's (illness) absence, but the latter will return to action Wednesday, sending the former to a bench role. As a reserve this season (17 appearances), McGowens has averaged 4.1 points and 1.8 rebounds in 15.8 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well with 14 points McGowens totaled 14 points (4-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Monday's 114-99 loss to Toronto.

Impact Gordon Hayward has missed the past two games for Charlotte due to illness, but McGowens has made the most of this opportunity. In that pair of games, the second-year guard averaged 13.0 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.0 three-pointers while shooting a combined 9-of-19 from the field. Hayward's status for Wednesday against Indiana is still in the air.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drops 12 points in spot start McGowens finished Saturday's 135-82 loss to Philadelphia with 12 points (5-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT) and two rebounds over 24 minutes.

Impact McGowens scored double-digits for just the fourth time this season, sliding into the starting lineup, replacing Gordon Hayward who was ruled out with an illness. The Hornets were never in this one, meaning even the starters were limited. Despite the offensive production, McGowens has no fantasy value outside of very deep formats.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves into starting lineup McGowens is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Gordon Hayward (illness) is being held out Saturday, and the Hornets were already shorthanded before that news dropped. McGowens is likely to see a heavy workload and more usage than he usually does Saturday evening. In his one previous start this season, McGowens had 14 points, three assists, two rebounds, one block and four triples.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench McGowens isn't in the starting five for Saturday's game versus the Timberwolves.

Impact Brandon Miller will reclaim his starting spot from McGowens after missing the previous game with an ankle injury. McGowens is averaging 4.7 points and 1.9 rebounds in 15.9 minutes across his last 10 appearances coming off the bench this season.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 14 points in start McGowens posted 14 points (5-7 FG, 4-5 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and one block across 22 minutes during Thursday's 129-128 win over the Nets.

Impact McGowens drew the start for Brandon Miller who is day-t-day with an ankle issue. McGowens' 14 points mark a season high, and it was the third time this season he scored in double figures. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined for multiple games, McGowens could see his fantasy value trend up if Miller also misses more time as the Hornets need some floor spacing.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday McGowens will start Thursday's game against the Nets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact McGowens came off the bench in his first 11 appearances of the season but will join the starting lineup for the first time with Brandon Miller (ankle) unavailable Thursday. McGowens started seven games for the Hornets last year and averaged 13.3 points, 4.0 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 29.1 minutes per game during those appearances.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 13 as reserve McGowens finished Wednesday's 117-114 victory over the Wizards with 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one block and one steal across 23 minutes.

Impact McGowens has had a relatively limited impact off the bench this season, but he topped 20 minutes of playing time for the second time this year during Wednesday's narrow win. He's now scored in double figures in two of his last five appearances and has averaged 6.6 points and 2.2 rebounds in 18.4 minutes per game during that time.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emerges in loss McGowens registered 12 points (4-7 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 111-105 loss to the Heat.

Impact McGowens was hampered by ankle sprains throughout training camp and early-season action, but Charlotte's injury woes opened the door for the second-year guard to contribute Tuesday. McGowens had combined for just seven points across 47 minutes in four prior appearances, so he'll look to carry his newfound momentum into Friday's game against Milwaukee.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday McGowens (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact McGowens was questionable for Friday's matchup due to a sprained left ankle, but he'll be able to make his season debut against Detroit. He was dealing with the injury for a week and a half, so it's possible his playing time will be monitored Friday.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Detroit McGowens (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Pistons.

Impact McGowens was deemed doubtful before being ruled out Wednesday, so his upgraded status is a good sign for his availability Friday. If McGowens is able to suit up, Cody Martin's (knee) absence could open up some playing time.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out McGowens (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's season opener against the Hawks.

Impact As expected, McGowens has been downgraded from doubtful to out due to a left ankle sprain. His next chance to suit up will be Friday's matchup with Detroit.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday McGowens (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday's season opener against Atlanta.

Impact McGowens will likely miss the Hornets' season opener due to an ankle injury he suffered during the preseason. The second-year guard is unlikely to receive much playing time, even when available.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined McGowens (ankle) won't play in Thursday's preseason finale against Boston.

Impact McGowens will miss Thursday's contest due to an ankle injury he suffered against the Thunder. His next chance to suit up will be Charlotte's regular-season opener against Atlanta on Oct. 25.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Re-rolls ankle McGowens (ankle) is out for the remainder of Sunday's preseason contest against Oklahoma City, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact McGowens rolled his left ankle in a workout at the end of September, and tweaked the same ankle Sunday. McGowens stepped on a teammates' foot and immediately signaled for help getting off the court. His availability for the start of the regular season is in serious danger.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bryce McGowens Helped Off Floor with Ankle Injury Not a good sign for the Hornets’ youngster.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • SACBEE.COM