New Orleans’ playing rotation has been relatively consistent through the first eight games of the regular season, partly due to a clean bill of health for its starters and key reserves, but Friday’s game vs. Charlotte may change that. Reserve guard JJ Redick (right knee contusion) and forward Nicolo Melli (personal reasons) are listed as questionable to play against the Hornets.
On Charlotte’s injury list, Cody Zeller (hand) and Nick Richards (health and safety protocols) were both out for a Wednesday game in Atlanta.
Previous game starting lineups
CHARLOTTE (3-5)
Wednesday win at Atlanta
Devonte’ Graham, Terry Rozier, Gordon Hayward, P.