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Jusuf Nurkic gets starting nod in his Charlotte Hornets debut
As reported by the team last night, the Hornets will indeed be without starting point guard LaMelo Ball (ankle), and Mark Williams remains unavailable while the team disputes the
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic makes eye-opening admission during Charlotte debut
New Charlotte Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic made a stunning take about his time with the Phoenix Suns and the new franchise he was just traded to
What’s up with Jusuf Nurkic? Hornets coach gives update on Charlotte’s acquisition
Mark Williams still hasn’t rejoined the Hornets, and Jusuf Nurkic didn’t play in Monday night’s loss to Brooklyn Nets.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Starting in team debut
With the Hornets missing Mark Williams and Moussa Diabate (eye) on Wednesday, Nurkic will draw the start at center while operating with a minutes restriction in his team debut. Nurkic averaged 9.5 rebounds, 8.8 points, 1.9 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.7 blocks in 24.3 minutes over 23 games as a starter with the Suns this season.
The Charlotte Hornets' trade for Jusuf Nurkic is still pending
In wake of the Charlotte Hornets and Los Angeles Lakers deal surrounding Mark Williams and Dalton Knecht being rescinded over the weekend, it may not be the onl
Phoenix Suns trading 7-footer Jusuf Nurkic after short-lived run
Last month, the Suns traded Josh Okogie and three second-round picks to Charlotte for 7-footer Nick Richards, who was a backup to Williams, and a second-round selection. Richards became the starting center in his second game with the Suns after posting 21 points and 11 rebounds in his Suns debut on Jan. 18 at Detroit.
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Solid performance Wednesday
Nurkic got the starting nod, playing his first game as a member of the Hornets. Despite being on a minutes restriction, Nurkic managed to flirt with a double-double, while also chipping in across the board. His long-term role remains up in the air but for now, he should be able to see the court on most nights.
Hornets acquire replacement for Mark Williams, trade for Phoenix Suns’ Jusuf Nurkic
Move comes hours after Charlotte agreed to send its starting center to Los Angeles for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish and draft compensation.
Suns trade Jusuf Nurkic to Charlotte
The Phoenix Suns are trading Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick, sources tell
Hornets' Jusuf Nurkic: Playing Wednesday vs. Magic
Nurkic (recently traded) will operate under a minutes restriction in his Hornets debut Wednesday against the Magic, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reports. Nurkic was not on the injury report for Monday's loss to the Nets but ended up being a healthy scratch.
Jusuf Nurkic to make Hornets debut vs. Nets following Suns trade
Jusuf Nurkic will make his Hornets debut on Monday vs. the Nets after joining the team in a deadline trade from the Suns.
Jusuf Nurkic on Orlando Magic: “They’re Missing One Player” to Contend
Jusuf Nurkic praised the Orlando Magic's progress but hinted they're missing one key player. Fans speculated he was referring ...
Jusuf Nurkic subtly suggests Anfernee Simons trade for Magic
Jusuf Nurkic suggested an Anfernee Simons trade for the Magic as Orlando looks to continue building a contending team.
Hornets get Jusuf Nurkic and 1st-round pick from Suns for Cody Martin and Vasa Micic, AP source says
A person familiar with the situation says the Charlotte Hornets have acquired center Jusuf Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick ...
As a Human Being, Want To Feel Respected: Jusuf Nurkic Criticices Kevin Durant And The Suns
Jusuf Nurkic participated in his inaugural game for the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday versus the Orlando Magic. This ...
Charles Lee lauds Jusuf Nurkić's veteran presence to Hornets' locker room
Charlotte Hornets head coach Charles Lee praised newly acquired center Jusuf Nurkić's early impact on team culture ahead of his debut against the Orlando Magic.