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December 27, 2025
Drops 13 points in win
Sexton totaled 13 points (5-9 FG, 3-3 3Pt) and two assists in 18 minutes during Friday's 120-105 victory over Orlando.
Analysis
Sexton ended with at least 12 points for the second straight game, adding basically nothing when it comes to peripheral numbers. While his overall production continues to be disappointing, the bigger takeaway here was the fact that Kon Knueppel was unable to finish the game after suffering an ankle injury. If the rookie is forced to miss time, Sexton could be in line for some additional minutes, making him a speculative add, even in 12-team leagues.
December 24, 2025
Scores 12 points in return
Sexton recorded 12 points (2-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), one rebound, two assists and one block over 16 minutes during Tuesday's 126-109 win over the Wizards.
Analysis
Sexton was cleared to return Tuesday from a seven-game absence due to a left quad strain. He failed to reach the 20-minute benchmark in his return, but he managed to reach double-digit points while doing most of his work from the charity stripe. The Hornets don't play until Friday against the Magic, which gives Sexton more time to work on his conditioning in anticipation of taking on more minutes off the bench.
December 23, 2025
Available vs. Wizards
Sexton (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis
After missing seven straight outings with a left quad strain, the veteran guard has been cleared to suit up. Sexton has averaged 15.2 points, 3.6 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 24.5 minutes per contest over his last 13 games. Sion James could see fewer minutes Tuesday with Sexton back in action.
December 23, 2025
Expected to play Tuesday
Sexton (quad) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Analysis
After missing seven games in a row with a left quad strain, the veteran guard is on the precipice of returning to the rotation. Sexton has averaged 15.2 points, 3.6 assists and 2.2 rebounds in 24.5 minutes per contest over his last 13 games.
December 22, 2025
Downgraded to out Monday
Sexton (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Cleveland.
Analysis
This will mark Sexton's seventh consecutive absence due to his quad injury, and there is no clear timetable for his return. However, he appears to be trending in the right direction after receiving doubtful tags ahead of the past two contests. Josh Green and Sion James may see extended run Monday as a result.
December 21, 2025
Doubtful for Monday
Sexton (quadriceps) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis
Sexton appears likely to miss a seventh straight game Monday, and he can be considered highly questionable for the second leg of the back-to-back set Tuesday against the Wizards. Sexton was on a roll to start the campaign, averaging 16.1 points and 4.3 assists in 26.1 minutes, but most of that production came with LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined.