Charlotte Hornets

Coby White ruled out for preseason with calf strain

Coby White ruled out for preseason with calf strain

Charlotte says Coby White will miss the entire preseason with a left calf strain. The injury is reportedly precautionary, but his regular-season availability and expected starting role remain unresolved; new analysis reinforces his importance as the team's primary ball-handler after LaMelo Ball's departure.

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Updated Oct 8, 2026