CODY MARTIN NEWS

Out for Wednesday Martin (abdomen) is out for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Martin won't suit up for the Hornets in a third straight game Wednesday due to a sports hernia injury, and the veteran swingman's timeline for a return is unknown ahead of Friday's game against the Clippers. With Josh Green (foot) questionable against Brooklyn, Josh Okogie and DaQuan Jeffries could be set to handle larger roles from Charlotte's bench.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Brooklyn faces Charlotte, seeks to halt 7-game slide

Brooklyn aims to end its seven-game losing streak with a victory against Charlotte

JANUARY 28 • Associated Press

Won't play Monday vs. LAL Martin (abdomen) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Lakers.

Impact Martin will miss a second straight game due to core tightness, and his next opportunity to play will be Wednesday against the Nets. Josh Okogie, Seth Curry and Nick Smith are candidates to absorb some of Martin's minutes Monday.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles faces Charlotte on 3-game win streak

Los Angeles seeks to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Charlotte

JANUARY 26 • Associated Press

Won't play against New Orleans Martin is out for Saturday's game versus the Pelicans due to core tightness.

Impact Martin left Friday's game early and will remain sidelined Saturday due to core tightness. Miles Bridges (back) should reclaim his starting spot against New Orleans. Martin's next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with the Lakers.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early Friday Martin (undisclosed) left at the 7:11 mark in the first quarter of Friday's game and did not return. He finished with zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one rebound and one assist over...

Impact Martin was ruled as doubtful to return to Friday's game after being replaced by Josh Okogie midway through the first quarter. Martin was playing through a groin injury, though it's unclear whether his exit was due to aggravating the injury. Nevertheless, it puts his availability for Saturday's game against the Pelicans in jeopardy.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Portland Martin is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact The Hornets will be considerably depleted for this matchup, and Martin will jump to the starting lineup as a result of the absences of players such as Miles Bridges (back), LaMelo Ball (wrist) and Brandon Miller (wrist). This will be Martin's seventh absence of the season, and he's averaging 8.0 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.3 assists per game in those outings.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Martin (groin) is available for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact After being listed as probable Friday with a groin injury, Martin has been upgraded to available. With the majority of the Hornets' starting lineup sidelined against Portland, the veteran swingman could be thrust into a prominent role. Over his last seven games, Martin has averaged 6.9 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.1 steals and 0.9 three-pointers in 23.3 minutes.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Portland plays Charlotte on 3-game win streak

Portland looks to keep its three-game win streak alive when the Trail Blazers take on Charlotte

JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

Probable for Friday Martin (groin) has been listed as probable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Martin is trending toward playing in Friday's game against the visiting Trail Blazers, even though he's dealing with left groin tightness. The 29-year-old is having a decent season for Charlotte, averaging a career-best numbers in points (8.1) and rebounds (4.6).

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Balanced outing off bench in win Martin accumulated 10 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, one block and one steal across 20 minutes during Monday's 110-105 victory over Dallas.

Impact Martin provided a nice boost of the Hornets bench in a bench-leading minute total, finishing second on the team in rebounds and assists while ending as one of six Charlotte players with a double-digit point total. Martin set a new season high in assists, surpassing his previous season high of five dimes which he has posted four times. He has posted at least 10 points, five rebounds and five assists in two outings, both of which have come off the bench.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Suns tried including Jusuf Nurkic in Nicks Richards trade; eyed Cody Martin Phoenix was looking to include center Jusuf Nurkic in the trade talks for Richards and coveted Hornets swingman Cody Martin, league sources...

JANUARY 16 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Good to go Martin (illness) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against Utah.

Impact As expected, Martin will be available to face the Jazz on Wednesday. In his last four appearances, Martin is averaging 5.3 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 steals across 24.0 minutes.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Probable to play Wednesday Martin (illness) is probable to play Wednesday against the Jazz.

Impact Martin has only missed two games this season (due to a knee injury), and is expected to play despite contracting an illness earlier in the week. He is averaging 8.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.2 steals and 0.7 blocks over 25.8 minutes.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Productive off bench Martin recorded eight points (4-5 FG), six rebounds, five assists and four steals across 22 minutes during Sunday's 115-105 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Despite the returns of LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, Martin maintained a decent role Sunday and made the most of his minutes. Martin's ability to play multiple positions is a plus for his fantasy managers, and he could continue providing value in deeper formats going forward.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Strong on glass in return Martin logged four points (2-5 FG, 0-2 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 20 minutes during Friday's 98-94 loss to the Pistons.

Impact Martin provided a nice lift on the boards in Friday's contest, returning to the court after a two-game absence due to a left knee contusion. Martin led all bench players in rebounds while securing a team-high blocks total in a two-way showcase. He has hauled in seven or more boards in five outings this season, his most since recording a season-best nine rebounds Dec. 7 against Cleveland.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Available Friday Martin (knee) is listed as available for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Martin will return to action after a two-game absence due to a left knee contusion. The 29-year-old will likely shoulder his normal workload with LaMelo Ball (ankle/wrist) and Brandon Miller (ankle) sidelined. Over his last five appearances (two starts), Martin has averaged 8.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists across 25.2 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Present at shootaround Martin (knee) participated in shootaround ahead of Friday's game versus the Pistons, according to the Hornets' official Instagram.

Impact Martin is officially listed as questionable Friday after missing Charlotte's previous two contests due to a left knee contusion. However, Martin's participation in practice is a good sign of his availability against Detroit.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Friday Martin (knee) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Martin is among many injured players on the Hornets right now, as LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and DaQuan Jefferies are also questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons. Seth Curry and Vasilije Micic will continue to see an increased workload if these backcourt players can't play in Detroit.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte visits Detroit on 4-game road slide

Charlotte will attempt to break its four-game road slide when the Hornets play Detroit

JANUARY 2 • Associated Press

Ruled out against Bulls Martin (knee) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Martin will miss a second straight game Monday as he continues to deal with knee soreness. The Hornets are dealing with multiple injuries in the backcourt and will have to once again turn to Seth Curry to help shoulder the load at shooting guard, with Brandon Miller also set to miss Monday's game against Chicago.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Monday Martin (knee) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Bulls.

Impact Martin, LaMelo Ball (ankle/wrist) and Brandon Miller (ankle) are all doubtful. Vasilije Micic, Seth Curry and Isaiah Wong would all be candidates for increased roles again if the aforementioned trio remains out.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets take on the Bulls on 7-game slide

Charlotte aims to break its seven-game slide when the Charlotte Hornets take on Chicago

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • Associated Press

Ruled out Saturday Martin (knee) won't play Saturday against the Thunder, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Martin is one of several regulars who will be sidelined for the Hornets on Saturday, with LaMelo Ball (ankle/wrist) and Brandon Miller (ankle) joining him on the sidelines. Martin's next chance to play will come Monday against the Bulls.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late addition to injury report Martin is now questionable for Saturday's game against the Thunder due to left knee soreness.

Impact Martin was absent from Charlotte's initial injury report, but he popped up as questionable Saturday afternoon. A midday downgrade doesn't bode well for his availability against OKC. However, fantasy managers should keep an eye on Martin's status as we approach the game's 6:00 ET tipoff.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE