KJ Simpson Moves to Bench as S. James Starts for Hornets

Charlotte Hornets guard KJ Simpson will not be in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against the Cavaliers, with Sion James replacing him in the first unit. Despite the benching, Simpson is still expected to play significant minutes due to the unavailability of LaMelo Ball (ankle), Collin Sexton (quad), and Tre Mann (knee). Over his last three games, Simpson has averaged 11.3 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.7 triples, 2.7 steals, and 2.7 turnovers per game, shooting 41/39/63.