KJ Simpson PG CHA Sun 12/14/25 3:12 PM
KJ Simpson
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Simpson is not in the starting lineup for Sunday's game versus the Cavaliers.
EDGE Analysis
Sion James will replace Simpson in the first unit for Sunday's game, but the latter should still see significant minutes in the rotation with LaMelo Ball (ankle), Collin Sexton (quad) and Tre Mann (knee) all unavailable. Over the past three games, Simpson has recorded averages of 11.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 triples, 2.7 steals and 2.7 turnovers per game on 41/39/63 shooting splits.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Sun 12/7/25 9:08 PM
KJ Simpson
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Simpson supplied 16 points (6-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal across 29 minutes during Sunday's 115-106 loss to the Nuggets.
EDGE Analysis
Simpson entered the Hornets' starting lineup for the first time this season due to the absences of LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Collin Sexton (quadriceps). Simpson started out nicely with 13 points in the first half, and while he cooled off in the second, he still finished Sunday's game as the Hornets' third-leading scorer behind Miles Bridges (24 points) and Brandon Miller (17 points). Ball will likely be available for the Hornets' next game Friday against the Bulls, in which case Simpson would revert to a bench role.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Sun 12/7/25 5:49 PM
KJ Simpson
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Simpson will start against the Nuggets on Sunday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.
EDGE Analysis
With LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Collin Sexton (quadriceps) unavailable, Simpson will get the starting nod for the first time this season. The two-way player logged a season-high 28 minutes in Friday's win over the Raptors, during which he registered eight points (2-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five steals, four assists and three rebounds.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Mon 11/24/25 12:22 PM
KJ Simpson
PG CHA
Charlotte transferred Simpson to the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
Simpson has been used sparingly at the NBA level so far. Through eight appearances, he holds averages of 4.9 points, 2.5 assists and 2.0 rebounds in 13.1 minutes per contest.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Mon 11/17/25 1:52 PM
KJ Simpson
PG CHA
Charlotte recalled Simpson from the G League's Greensboro Swarm on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
After getting in a practice session with the Swarm on Monday, Simpson was immediately recalled. He will continue to provide emergency depth for the Hornets.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Mon 11/17/25 10:17 AM
KJ Simpson
PG CHA
The Hornets transferred Simpson to the G League's Swarm on Monday.
EDGE Analysis
The Hornets are beginning a two-game road trip Monday in Toronto, so the fact that Simpson was sent to the G League suggests that he won't be available for either of those contests. Simpson has appeared in six games for the Hornets this season, with all coming when LaMelo Ball hasn't been available.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Sat 11/15/25 5:51 PM
KJ Simpson
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Simpson (shoulder) is available for Saturday's game against the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
Simpson was deemed probable for this contest due to a shoulder issue, but the second-year floor general will be able to suit up. He's buried on the depth chart, however, so he isn't likely to see many minutes. He's been limited to just five appearances and 14.4 minutes per contest so far in 2025-26.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Sat 11/15/25 1:14 PM
KJ Simpson
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Simpson (shoulder) is probable for Saturday's game against the Thunder.
EDGE Analysis
A left AC joint sprain continues to plague Simpson, though the issue shouldn't keep him out Saturday. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) set to take a seat against Oklahoma City, Simpson is in line to at least be part of the rotation. The two-way player has averaged 5.0 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 14.4 minutes per game over five games this season, shooting just 37.5 percent from the floor.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Fri 11/14/25 7:37 PM
KJ Simpson
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Simpson (shoulder) will be available to play Friday against the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
Simpson will be available, but with LaMelo Ball (ankle) returning for Friday's game, Simpson might get bumped from the rotation. He's averaging 5.0 points and 2.6 assists in 14.4 minutes a night on the year.
KJ Simpson PG CHA Thu 11/13/25 6:20 PM
KJ Simpson
PG CHA
Simpson (shoulder) is probable for Friday's game against Milwaukee.
EDGE Analysis
A left AC joint sprain continues to bother Simpson, but he remains likely to play Friday. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) expected to return from a five-game absence, Simpson is in danger of losing some playing time. The two-way player has averaged 5.0 points, 2.6 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 14.4 minutes per contest over five games this season, shooting a paltry 37.5 percent from the floor.