Batum (illness) says he'll play tonight, and feels well enough for starter's minutes, Rick Bonnell of the Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Batum was previously listed as questionable due to a stomach bug, but after participating in a Wednesday morning shootaround, the Hornets have evaluated him well enough to play. Batum is a key compnonent of the Charlotte offense, averaging 16.9 points, 6.1 rebounds, 4.1 assists, and 1.0 steals per game in 35 minutes per game.