Sion James Earns First Preseason Start for Hornets Versus Grizzlies

Sion James will make his first start of the preseason for the Charlotte Hornets in Friday's finale against the Memphis Grizzlies, joining Dennis Schroder, Brandon Miller, Naz Reid, and Ryan Kalkbrenner in the opening unit. Last season, James made 19 starts, averaging 5.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.1 three-pointers per game on 35/33/83 shooting splits.