Vasilije Micic

The Hornets have made three changes to their starting lineup, two of which were due to injury. Micic and Richards will start with LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams sidelined, while Martin moves into the starting lineup and pushes Seth Curry to the bench. All three spot starters are worth streaming since only three games are on Friday's schedule.

Charlotte played Thursday, so it's not surprising that Ball is getting a day off on the second leg of a back-to-back set. Miller sat out Thursday, so he'll miss a second straight contest. Vasilije Micic and Seth Curry are the most likely candidates to replace Ball and Miller in the starting five, though Cody Martin should see a bump in playing time as well.

Miller has been ruled out after scoring just 12 points in his last outing against the 76ers. That performance brought his streak of games with at least 20 points to an end at 12. The second-year wing could be replaced by Vasilije Micic in the starting lineup.

Ball is back in the Hornets' lineup after a seven-game absence, with his return pushing Vasilije Micic to the bench. While the Hornets did not announce any restrictions for their star point guard, Ball may not be asked to take on a full workload in his first game back. Micic is not worth holding onto in most leagues when LaMelo is active.

Ball has missed two weeks with the calf injury, but is on track to play against the 76ers Monday. Vasilije Micic will return to the bench if Ball is ultimately able to suit up Monday.