DAVIS BERTANS NEWS

Signs with Dubai BC Bertans signed a multiyear deal with Dubai Basketball Club on Tuesday.

Impact After eight seasons in the NBA, Bertans will head overseas where he will be a featured player on his new team. The deal will include NBA outs, but the specifics aren't known yet. In 475 total NBA appearances, Bertans averaged 7.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.9 three-pointers.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Veteran Sharpshooter Davis Bertans Gives Blunt Response to Being Cut by Hornets Bertans was asked about his release after an Olympic qualifying win for Latvia.

JULY 7 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Waived by Buzz City The Hornets waived Bertans on Saturday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Bertans was acquired by the Hornets last season in a Feb. 8 trade with the Thunder. The 31-year-old appeared in 28 games for the club, during which he averaged 8.8 points,1.8 rebounds and 0.9 assists across 20.8 minutes per game. Bertans will now have a chance to sign elsewhere, potentially on a veteran's minimum deal.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action with Latvia Bertans produced nine points (3-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt), one steal and one block across 20 minutes in Latvia's 83-55 win over Georgia on Tuesday.

Impact Bertans missed the Hornets' finals regular-season game due to Achilles soreness, but his return to game action with Latvia bodes well for his return in 2024-25. The 31-year-old was a non-factor for the Thunder last season, and he was acquired via trade by the Hornets on Feb. 8. Bertans went on to play 28 games for the club, during which he averaged 8.8 points and 1.8 rebounds across 20.8 minutes per game.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out for regular-season finale Bertans (Achilles) will not play Sunday versus Cleveland, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Bertans has suited up in 24 consecutive contests for Charlotte, although that streak will end Sunday. The veteran was thoroughly incorporated as a part-time floor spacer in coach Steve Clifford's rotation down the stretch after being acquired from Oklahoma City.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Bertans (left Achilles) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact The Hornets are already very shorthanded, so they will be hoping the veteran can give it a go. If not, guys like Aleksej Pokusevski and Marques Bolden could have more opportunities.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Back to bench Bertans won't start Friday's game against the Magic.

Impact With Vasilije Micic and Miles Bridges returning to action, Bertans and JT Thor will shift to the bench after making spot starts Wednesday. Over his last 18 bench appearances, Bertans has averaged 9.1 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.8 steals in 22.6 minutes per game.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defender in Wednesday's start Bertans accumulated seven points (2-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, four assists and four steals across 27 minutes during Wednesday's 89-86 loss to Portland.

Impact While he didn't get much going on offense, Bertans did tie his career high in steals while making his first start of the season. The 31-year-old forward has seen a steady role in the Hornets' injury-ravaged rotation since the beginning of March, but Bertans has averaged just 8.8 points, 2.3 threes, 2.2 boards, 1.4 assists and 1.1 steals in 23.7 minutes a contest during that time.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Bertans is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game versus the Trail Blazers, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Bertans and JT Thor will replace Vasilije Micic (shoulder) and Miles Bridges (wrist) in the starting five Wednesday. Bertans will make his first start of the season and has only played at least 30 minutes twice in 2023-24.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Drains four threes vs. Warriors Bertans finished with 14 points (4-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal over 19 minutes during Friday's 115-97 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Bertans was questionable for Friday's game due to a nose injury, but he was able to suit up. He was the only Hornets player to shoot well from beyond the arc, as the team went 12-for-46 from three against Golden State. It was a nice bounce-back performance for Bertans, as he entered Friday's contest shooting just 22.0 percent from three on 5.1 attempts per game over his last eight games.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Officially cleared to play Bertans (nose) is available for Friday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Bertans was probable on the Hornets' injury report, so his availability isn't particularly surprising. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 6.0 points in 20.8 minutes per game.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Friday Bertans is probable for Friday's game against the Warriors due to a nose injury.

Impact Bertans will likely extend his streak of consecutive games played to 16 on Friday despite showing up on the injury report. Over his last 15 appearances, the sharpshooter has averaged 8.4 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.8 steals in 22.6 minutes per game.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Tossed from game Bertans was ejected from Tuesday's game versus the Suggs with 4:40 remaining in the second quarter after being assessed with a Flagrant 2 foul for elbowing Magic guard Jalen Suggs...

Impact Bertans will finish Tuesday's contest with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), one steal and one block in nine minutes before being ejected. Aleksej Pokusevski and Grant Williams are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Drops season-high 16 off bench Bertans supplied 16 points (5-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 31 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 109-98 loss to Philadelphia.

Impact After managing a total of 12 points over the prior three games, Bertans bounced back with his best scoring performance of the season. The 31-year-old forward has seen a bigger role with the Hornets than he had with the Thunder, but the extra court time hasn't translated into consistent fantasy value. Through nine games in March he's averaging 10.2 points, 3.1 boards, 2.6 threes, 1.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 26.2 minutes a contest.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Drains three triples in win Bertans recorded 11 points (3-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and two steals in 28 minutes during Saturday's 110-99 win over the Nets.

Impact Bertans continues to provide the Hornets with a reliable three-point option, connecting on at least three triples for the sixth time in the past seven games. After barely featuring in the rotation for the Thunder, the move to Charlotte has opened up a nice opportunity for Bertans. While he is by no means a must-roster player, he should be viewed as one of the more consistent streaming options for anyone seeking perimeter production.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Available to play Bertans (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Bucks.

Impact Bertans missed the past two games for the Hornets, but there's no word of any restrictions. With the Hornets acquiring Aleksej Pokusevski on Tuesday, Bertans will have more competition for minutes down the stretch.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Tuesday Bertans (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Milwaukee.

Impact Bertans has missed the past two games due to a left knee injury, but it's somewhat encouraging that he's questionable for Tuesday's matchup after being deemed doubtful ahead of Charlotte's last two matchups. If he sits once again, Grant Williams could see additional playing time.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Bertans (knee) won't play in Sunday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Bertans will miss a second consecutive contest due to a left knee injury he suffered in Thursday's game against the Jazz. Bertans' absence will have a limited impact on the rotation as he is averaging just 10.8 minutes per game since joining the team. His minutes will likely be picked up by Miles Bridges or Grant Williams.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Sunday Bertans (knee) is doubtful to play Sunday against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Bertans suffered a left knee injury against the Jazz on Thursday and missed Friday's game against the Warriors, so his chances of playing Sunday don't look too promising. Even if he's available, Bertans shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions, as he's logging just 7.1 minutes per game this season.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Friday Bertans (knee) will not play in Friday's game against the Warriors.

Impact Bertans poured in nine points in just six minutes of action Thursday against the Jazz before leaving the game for good with a hyperextended left knee. His next chance to play will be Sunday against Portland.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Bertans (knee) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game versus the Warriors.

Impact Bertans is expected to miss Friday's contest due to a hyperextended left knee he suffered against the Jazz. The 30-year-old forward is averaging 6.0 points in 10.8 minutes across his four appearances for Charlotte.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return Thursday Bertans will not return to Thursday's game against Utah due to a left knee hyperextension, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports. He finished with nine points (3-3 FG, 3...

Impact Bertans made a strong impact off the bench, but he was unfortunate to pick up an injury in the process. He should be considered questionable for Friday against the Warriors.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

REPORT: Cavs Linked To Several Players Via Buyout Market The Cleveland Cavaliers have interest in buyout candidates Davis Bertans, Evan Fournier, Furkan Korkmaz, Joe Harris, and Seth Curry.

FEBRUARY 18 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

What To Expect from Hornets' Addition Davis Bertans aka "The Latvian Laser" Get to know newly acquired forward Davis Bertans, and how he fits in with the Hornets.

FEBRUARY 14 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Good to go Saturday Bertans (trade pending) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Bertans is available to make his Charlotte debut Saturday after being traded from the Thunder and sitting out against Milwaukee. However, it's unclear if Bertans will receive any playing time for the Hornets.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE