6 p.m. at Charlotte • FSN, 830-AM
Preview: The 33-28 Hornets — sixth in the East — have won three consecutive games and 10 of their past 13 after Friday's 108-101 home victory over Indiana. Monday's game is the second of the Hornets' seven-game homestand, which matches the longest in franchise history. Their 21-9 home record is third-best in the East.
Players to watch: Hornets G Kemba Walker's 33-point, 10-assist game Friday was only the fifth time in franchise history a player has reached a 30 /10 points-assist double-double. He has averaged 23.8 points since Christmas.
Injuries: Wolves F Nemanja Bjelica (foot strain) returned Saturday to court work and could play on a four-game trip that starts Friday in Oklahoma City. For now, he's out along with F Kevin Garnett (sore knee) and C Nikola Pekovic (sore ankle). Hornets F Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (shoulder) and C Spencer Hawes (back) are out.
JERRY ZGODA
