Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) doubtful Friday for Hornets

Charlotte Hornets point guard Dennis Smith Jr. (ankle) is doubtful for Friday versus the Cleveland Cavaliers.

What It Means:

Smith is going to sit a fourth straight game. LaMelo Ball injured his ankle again Wednesday, so Smith will have a starting role waiting for him when he returns. Terry Rozier will see an uptick in usage and Theo Maledon will have more minutes available.

numberFire's models project Rozier for 34.1 minutes and 37.4 FanDuel points on Friday.