Kalkbrenner (Elbow) Out for Seventh Straight Game

Ryan Kalkbrenner (left elbow sprain) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Chicago, marking his seventh consecutive absence. The rookie center's next opportunity to play will be Monday at Oklahoma City. With Kalkbrenner and Moussa Diabate (wrist) sidelined, PJ Hall and Tidjane Salaun are expected to see expanded roles for the Charlotte Hornets.