James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Mon 11/15/21 5:42 PM

Bouknight recorded 33 points (9-21 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block in 40 minutes during Saturday's 111-104 loss to the Rio Grande Vipers.
EDGE Analysis
Bouknight dominated in his first G League action, scoring a game-high 33 points on efficient shooting from the field. The 2021 11th overall pick displayed a prolific three-point shot, but he also got to the basket with ease. He hasn't received many minutes at the NBA level this season (nine minutes across five appearances), but if he continues to perform at a high level in the G League, then it may be hard to keep him out of the rotation for much longer.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Sun 11/14/21 11:04 AM

The Hornets recalled Bouknight on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Bouknight was assigned to and recalled from the G League twice across three days. Fantasy managers can monitor his status but should not expect meaningful value out of him right now.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Sat 11/13/21 2:35 PM

Bouknight was assigned to the G League on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Bouknight will presumably spend significant time in the G League this season, as he's not part of the Hornets' rotation.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Fri 11/12/21 2:39 PM

Bouknight was recalled from the G League on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
The No. 11 overall pick spent the past week with the Greensboro Swarm but will now be back with the main Hornets' roster. It has been a slow start to Bouknight's career, as the Uconn product has only played in five showings and is yet to score a point. The Hornets play the Knicks on Friday, but Bouknight is unlikely to play heavy minutes in his first game back with the team.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Fri 11/12/21 11:04 AM

Bouknight was assigned to the Greensboro Swarm of the G League on Friday.
EDGE Analysis
Bouknight has played only nine minutes in five appearances for the Hornets this season, and he'll now head to the G League to receive more reps. The rookie first-round pick is unlikely to be a factor in Charlotte's rotation anytime soon, especially while the backcourt pieces remain healthy.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Thu 10/21/21 12:06 PM

Bouknight did not see the floor in Wednesday's season-opening win over the Pacers.
EDGE Analysis
The rookie out of UConn had a couple of impressive preseason showings, but he was unable to crack James Borrego's rotation on Opening Night, despite Terry Rozier (ankle) sitting out. Bouknight should eventually work his way into the mix -- the Hornets used only nine players Wednesday -- but for now it looks as though he's behind Rozier, Kelly Oubre and Cody Martin on the depth chart.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Mon 10/4/21 10:36 PM

Bouknight finished Monday's preseason opener against the Thunder with 20 points (7-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, two assists and three steals.
EDGE Analysis
The lottery pick had an up-and-down showing in Summer League back in August, but he looked plenty comfortable in 21 minutes off the bench Monday. Bouknight tied LaMelo Ball for the team-high in made field goals and went a perfect 5-of-5 at the line. Bouknight's three steals were a nice surprise, but for fantasy purposes he doesn't project to be a major contributor on the defensive end as a rookie.

James Bouknight
G/SF FA
Mon 8/16/21 9:53 PM

Bouknight (foot) has been ruled out for the Hornets' final Summer League game Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Bouknight was selected by Charlotte with the 11th overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft. The rookie averaged 16.8 points, 3.8 assists and 2.8 rebounds in four Summer League games and will likely have a sizeable role off the bench during the regular season.