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December 6, 2025
Not starting Friday
James is not in the starting lineup for Friday's game versus the Raptors.
Analysis
The rookie will return to a reserve role with Brandon Miller active, but James should still be heavily involved in the rotation with Tre Mann (ankle) unavailable. Through nine games with the second unit this season, James has posted averages of 6.6 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.3 triples a night.
December 2, 2025
Enters starting five
James is starting Monday's game against the Nets.
Analysis
James will join the starting lineup Monday due to the absence of Brandon Miller (shoulder). James hasn't been effective in a starting role of late, as he's been held to single figures in the scoring column in each of his last four chances with the first unit.
November 30, 2025
Passive again in victory
James contributed two points (1-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Saturday's 118-111 overtime victory over the Raptors.
Analysis
Despite playing a sizeable role for the Hornets, James continues to have a knack for offering very little in terms of tangible production. Through the first 20 games of his career, he is averaging a mere 6.6 points and 3.3 rebounds in 26.4 minutes per game.