Charlotte Hornets

Miller projected to lead Hornets scoring after Ball’s departure

Miller projected to lead Hornets scoring after Ball’s departure

Recent preseason discussion again projects Miller to make a major leap and lead Charlotte in scoring after averaging 20.2 points with improved three-point shooting. The hierarchy is not confirmed, but increased usage is expected as the Hornets replace LaMelo Ball through a distributed attack.

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Updated Sep 8, 2026
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