Leaky Black News, Rumors, Updates - Washington Wizards

Waived by Washington The Wizards waived Black on Saturday.

Impact Black was always considered a long shot to make the roster, so this is far from a surprising outcome. Black made 26 appearances as a two-way player for the Hornets in 2023-24, averaging 2.7 points and 1.8 rebounds in 10.9 minutes. He's expected to play in the G League in 2024-25.

OCTOBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Washington for camp Black and the Wizards agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract Wednesday,Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Wizards also agreed to similar deals with Jaylen Nowell and Kira Lewis. Black made 26 regular-season appearances as a rookie in 2023-24 before being let go by Charlotte, averaging 2.7 points and 1.8 rebounds in 10.9 minutes.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Let go by Charlotte The Hornets waived Black Thursday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

Impact Black made 26 appearances for the Hornets in 2023-24, averaging 2.7 points and 1.8 rebounds in 10.9 minutes. Now that the 25-year-old forward is set to hit free agency, Charlotte has an open two-way roster spot.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Black (abdomen) is available for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Black will return to action following a one-game absence. He's not a regular part of Charlotte's rotation, so his presence shouldn't have a major impact on fantasy hoops.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Black (abdomen) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Black was unable to play Friday against the Magic and remains day-to-day. Black typically plays limited minutes for Charlotte with an average of 15.0 minutes over his last 10 appearances.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Officially ruled out Black (abdomen) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Magic.

Impact Black was a late addition to the injury report and will ultimately be sidelined due to an abdominal strain. The Hornets are getting Miles Bridges (wrist) back after a one-game absence, so Black's absence shouldn't have a major impact.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Black is questionable for Friday's game against the Magic due to an abdominal strain.

Impact Black was a late addition to Charlotte's injury report, and it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up against Orlando. However, since Miles Bridges (wrist) has been cleared to play, it's unlikely Black will be part of the rotation if he's available.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Sets season high in blocks in loss Black registered four points (2-2 FG), two blocks, one rebound and one assist in 15 minutes during Wednesday's 89-86 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Impact Despite not playing in an NBA game since Feb. 9, the 24-year-old was able to make the most of his return, recording a season high in blocks while going perfect from the field. Black has appeared in 23 contests this season, averaging 2.3 points and 1.7 rebounds in 10.1 minutes while shooting 46.3 percent. With the Hornets already looking toward next season, Black is a candidate to receive more playing time if Miles Bridges (wrist) is sidelined any longer.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Charlotte The Hornets transferred Black from the Greensboro Swarm on Saturday.

Impact Black and Amari Bailey have both returned to the NBA after a brief stint in the G League. However, neither player is likely to factor into Charlotte's rotation.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins parent club Charlotte recalled Black from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Saturday.

Impact The Hornets will be shorthanded Sunday versus Toronto, as Cody Martin (ankle) and Seth Curry (ankle) join a growing injury report in Charlotte. Black could see some rare rotation minutes as a result.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to bench Saturday Black is not starting in Saturday's game against the Grizzlies, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Black started in each of the Hornets' last three games but struggled to make an impact, averaging 3.0 points, 4.7 rebounds and 2.3 assists across 23.0 minutes per game in those outings. Tre Mann will take his place in the starting unit, featuring alongside Cody Martin, Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges and Nick Richards.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in first start Black logged two points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt), five rebounds and two assists in 16 minutes during Monday's 124-118 loss to the Lakers.

Impact This was the first start of Black's career, but he failed to make the most of it. The Hornets are expected to be sellers at the trade deadline, and they are dealing with injuries across the roster, so Black will almost certainly get more opportunities going forward.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

UNC Product Leaky Black Draws First NBA Start Leaky Black, an undrafted UNC basketball talent, has seen a usage bump since once coming up clutch for the Hornets.

FEBRUARY 6 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Will start Monday Black will make his first career start against the Lakers on Monday, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact The Hornets continue to shuffle their starting lineup while dealing with numerous injuries. Black hasn't played more than 20 minutes in a game this season and has scored in double figures just once.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Steps in, knocks down Black chipped in 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt), one rebound and two assists in 18 minutes during Friday's 126-106 loss to the Thunder.

Impact Black has compiled just 130 minutes of action across 18 appearances for the Hornets in total this season, but the 3&D wing looked the part Friday. A five-year collegiate player at North Carolina, Black shot 32.6 percent on 2.6 threes per game in his final campaign, so a larger sample size is needed to determine his offensive viability.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sticks in rotation Saturday Black closed Saturday's 134-122 loss to the Jazz with three points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT) over seven minutes.

Impact Black played seven minutes in the loss, seeing action for the fourth straight game. Despite having cracked the rotation in recent times, Black has struggled to have any sort of tangible impact, especially in terms of fantasy numbers. Simply put, there is no reason to consider him a viable fantasy asset.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Hornets vs Timberwolves: Brandon Miller and Leaky Black Postgame Media Availability

JANUARY 23 • YOUTUBE

Back in NBA The Hornets transferred Black from the Greensboro Swarm of the G League on Saturday.

Impact Black was briefly transferred to the G League on Saturday to practice with the swarm before heading back to the NBA. However, he is unlikely to receive significant playing time for Charlotte.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to G League The Hornets transferred Black to the Greensboro Swarm of the G League on Saturday.

Impact Black hasn't played for the Hornets since Nov. 28. The rookie forward should see extended playing time in the G League to aid with his development.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Headed back to NBA The Hornets transferred Black from the Greensboro Swarm of the G League on Thursday.

Impact Black is averaging 1.3 points in 4.3 minutes across his previous four NBA appearances this season. He is unlikely to make a significant impact on Charlotte's rotation.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transferred to NBA club Charlotte transferred Black from the G League's Greensboro Swarm to the NBA club Friday.

Impact Black continues to bounce back and forth between the G League and NBA club, which isn't surprising given he's operating under a two-way contract. He's made four NBA appearances this season, averaging 1.3 points and 4.3 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Former Tar Heel Flirts With Triple-Double in Greensboro It’s been a week of firsts for UNC basketball alum Leaky Black. On Sunday, he recorded his first points in the NBA. Then, on Friday night, t...

NOVEMBER 18, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

UNC Alum Leaky Black Records First NBA Buckets Leaky Black, who went undrafted this summer but signed a two-way contract with the Charlotte Hornets and is UNC basketball’s only current NB...

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Set to make preseason debut Black (ankle) is available for Thursday's preseason game versus the Celtics.

Impact Black will make his preseason debut Thursday after missing the previous three contests with an ankle injury. Black will split time between the NBA and G League this season.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could play Thursday Black (ankle) implied Thursday morning that he could play in the team's preseason finale against the Celtics, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Impact Black has missed the last three exhibition games due to an ankle sprain but will likely have a chance for a tune-up ahead of the regular season. He went undrafted in June but joined the Hornets on a two-way deal in mid-July.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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