Walker (knee) recorded 20 points (7-18 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six assists, five rebounds, and two steals in 36 minutes during the Hornets' 98-95 loss to the Heat on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Walker was forced to sit out Wednesday's win over the Cavaliers due to knee soreness. However, after having fluid removed from his knee he was able to practice Thursday, and he was deemed probable in advance of Friday's game versus the Heat. Walker has been struggling from the field lately, with averages of 15.3 points on 38 percent from the field to go with five rebounds, 4.3 assists, and 1.8 steals in 31 minutes per game over his last four appearances. The East's ninth-seeded Hornets are back in action on Saturday versus the 10th-seeded Wizards.