Garrett became a free agent Saturday after his 10-day contract with the Hornets expired, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett appeared in four of the Hornets' six games over the course of his 10-day deal, missing Thursday's 115-98 win over the Knicks due to lower back soreness and then being ruled out for Friday's 141-106 loss to the Thunder due to not being with the team. In his four outings with Charlotte, Garrett played a key role off the bench, averaging 7.0 points, 3.3 assists, 1.5 rebounds, 0.8 steals and 0.8 three-pointers in 19.8 minutes. It's unclear if the Hornets intend to re-sign Garrett to a second 10-deal deal before their next game Sunday in Miami.

Garrett won't play in Friday's game versus the Thunder due to not being with the team.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett missed Charlotte's previous contest due to lower back soreness but will now miss Friday's game while away from the team. With Garrett's 10-day contract set to expire Saturday, it is unclear if he will make another appearance for the Hornets this season.

Garrett (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

The 26-year-old swingman has been downgraded from questionable to out due to lower back soreness. His next chance to play will come during the second half of the club's back-to-back set against the Thunder on Friday. Nick Smith and Seth Curry will likely receive an uptick in playing time due to Garrett being sidelined.

Garrett (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett was also iffy for Tuesday's game against the Hawks with a back issue, and he could sit out the front end of Charlotte's back-to-back Thursday. Nick Smith and Wendell Moore could both see an uptick in playing time off the bench if Garrett cannot suit up against New York.

Garrett had 12 points (5-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds, three assists, three steals and one block across 24 minutes during Tuesday's 134-102 loss to the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett led the second unit while scoring a career-high 12 points during the blowout loss. Additionally, the 26-year-old tied the game high in steals, which also tied his career-high mark. Garrett will be under contract with the Hornets for two more games, and if he continues to provide a valuable spark, he could earn a second 10-day deal.

Garrett (back) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game against the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett has played for the Hornets in the last three games despite dealing with a back issue. The 26-year-old guard is averaging 5.3 points, 1.0 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game.

Garrett (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Hawks.

EDGE Analysis

A case of back soreness is unlikely to stop Garrett from suiting up Tuesday. Over three appearances in 2024-25, Garrett has averaged 5.3 points, 3.3 assists, 1.0 rebounds and 0.7 three-pointers in 18.3 minutes while shooting 40.0 percent from downtown.

Garrett and the Hornets agreed to a 10-day contract Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett, who has appeared in 40 contests with the Greensboro Swarm in the G League this season, has posted averages of 10.4 points, 3.6 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.4 steals per game. The Hornets don't have much to play for these days and have several injured players, meaning Garrett could get a chance to prove himself.

Garrett was waived by Charlotte on Wednesday, Keith Smith of Spotrac.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett's cut comes as part of a roster consolidation alongside Charlotte's peripheral role in facilitating the Karl-Anthony Towns trade with New York and Minnesota. The 25-year-old was on a training camp contract and will be rewarded financially if he opts to stick with Charlotte's G League affiliate.

Garrett and the Hornets agreed to an Exhibit 10 contract Wednesday, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Garrett will join the Hornets for training camp and is likely going to end up playing for the G League's Greensboro Swarm. Since graduating from Kansas in 2021, Garrett has spent most of his time in the G League, but he did make 12 NBA appearances for the Heat on a two-way contract as a rookie.