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Hornets center Jusuf Nurkic’s playing status vs. Magic gets pivotal update
The Charlotte Hornets were one of the most active teams leading up to the trade deadline. One of the moves they pulled off was to facilitate a salary dump for Jusuf Nurkic from the Phoenix Suns, acquiring a 2026 first-round pick in the process.
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.
Suns’ Bol Bol has been playing at a high level since the team traded Jusuf Nurkic
Suns' Bol Bol has been playing at a high level since the team traded Jusuf Nurkic. He has 18 points and 14 rebounds on Tuesday night.
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
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 to Anfernee Simons from Portland, a dynamic guard who could elevate the team's performance.
Jusuf Nurkic available, but will he play with Nick Richards now starting for Phoenix Suns?
Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal and big Jusuf Nurkic practiced Friday heading into Saturday’s rematch against the Washington Wizards at Footprint Center to begin a three-game homestand.
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.
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.
Former Suns Center Making Hornets Debut Tonight
Any doubt that last week's trade between the Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets would be rescinded due to a medical issue is now put to rest. Former Suns starting center Jusuf Nurkic is officially set to make his debut in Charlotte tonight after Hornets sources voiced concern that Cody Martin's physical could fail - just days after the Los Angeles Lakers backed out on another trade with Charlotte featuring Mark Williams due to a similar concern.
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Are Hornets’ Jusuf Nurkic, Dalton Knecht playing vs. Spurs following trades?
The Hornets acquired Nurkic and a 2026 first-round pick from the Suns for Cody Martin, Vasilije Micic and a 2026 second-round pick. Nurkic hasn’t played since Jan. 7 after Phoenix removed him ...
Hornets Trade Pickup Questionable vs Detroit Pistons
The injury report is quite crowded for the Charlotte Hornets ahead of their Sunday afternoon matchup against the Detroit ...
Spurs vs. Hornets: How to watch online, live stream info, game time, TV channel | February 7
The San Antonio Spurs (22-26) will visit Jusuf Nurkic and the Charlotte Hornets (12-36) at Spectrum Center on Friday, ...