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November 29, 2025
Blocks three shots in win
Kalkbrenner recorded seven points (2-2 FG, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and three blocks in 30 minutes during Friday's 123-116 win over the Bulls.
Analysis
Kalkbrenner got back to doing what he does best, scoring efficiently and blocking shots. After a strong start to his rookie season, Kalkbrenner had been in somewhat of a slump of late, failing to record a block in three straight appearances. Perhaps what was even more encouraging here was the fact that he logged 30 minutes for the first time in his past nine games.
November 25, 2025
Absent from injury report
Kalkbrenner (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Knicks.
Analysis
After a sprained ankle cost him Sunday's game against the Hawks, the rookie big man is all set to return to the floor. Fewer minutes should be open to Mason Plumlee and Moussa Diabate on Wednesday. Kalkbrenner has averaged 8.6 points, 6.7 rebounds and 2.2 blocks in 24.4 minutes per contest over 10 games this month.
November 23, 2025
Ruled out Sunday
Kalkbrenner (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis
Kalkbrenner will miss the second half of the Hornets' back-to-back set due to a sprained left ankle he sustained in Saturday's loss to the Clippers. With the rookie big man sidelined, Moussa Diabate and Mason Plumlee are likely to see increased minutes. Kalkbrenner's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Knicks.
November 23, 2025
Downgraded to doubtful
Kalkbrenner (ankle) has been downgraded to doubtful for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis
After exiting Saturday's loss to the Clippers in the second quarter due to a sprained left ankle, Kalkbrenner is expected to miss the second leg of the team's back-to-back set. If the rookie big man is ultimately ruled out, Moussa Diabate and Mason Plumlee are likely to see increased playing time.
November 23, 2025
Iffy for Sunday
Kalkbrenner (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis
Kalkbrenner finished Saturday's loss to the Clippers with two points, two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes, leaving the contest in the second quarter due to his ankle injury. It's a positive sign that the rookie center still has a chance to suit up Sunday, but if the Hornets exercise caution, Moussa Diabate would likely start at center versus the Hawks, who'll be without Kristaps Porzingis (rest).
November 22, 2025
Won't return Saturday
Kalkbrenner (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Saturday's game against the Clippers.
Analysis
The Hornets are referring to Kalkbrenner's ankle issue as soreness, which should be taken as a good sign. However, the rookie center can be considered highly questionable for the second half of Charlotte's back-to-back set in Atlanta on Sunday. In Kalkbrenner's absence, Moussa Diabate should see increased usage. Kalkbrenner notched two points, two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes before leaving the contest in the second quarter.
November 22, 2025
Headed to locker room
Kalkbrenner is headed to the locker room after appearing to tweak his ankle during Saturday's game against the Clippers, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
Analysis
The Hornets have yet to release an update on Kalkbrenner's status, but he can be considered questionable to return. While he's unavailable, Moussa Diabate should see increased usage. Kalkbrenner notched two points, two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes before leaving the contest in the second quarter.