Ish Smith

The Charlotte Hornets have waived Ish Smith.

Fantasy Impact

Frank Ntilikina was also waived. If LaMelo Ball (ankle) remains sidelined, recently acquired Tre Mann could start at point guard next game for the Hornets.

Ish Smith has agreed to a contract with the Charlotte Hornets.

Fantasy Impact

The 35-year-old guard will head to Charlotte to provide some depth in the backcourt. He played in 43 games with the Nuggets last season, averaging 2.5 points and 2.3 assists in 9.3 minutes per game. Edmond Summer was waived in a corresponding move.

Ish Smith dished out eight assists while also recording two steals, blocking one shot, grabbing five rebounds, and scoring 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3PT) in the Nuggets' 129-113 win over the Rockets.

Fantasy Impact

Smith made the most of his extended minutes Monday night but offers little value in most formats currently, averaging just 2.7 points, 1.1 rebounds, and 1.7 assists per game to go along with a usage rate of 18.8%.

Ish Smith (calf) won't play in Denver's matchup against the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Smith has been managing a calf strain that has forced him to miss a large chunk of tie, and he will be sidelined once again on Tuesday. There's some optimism that he'll be back in the near future, however, and fantasy managers should continue to keep tabs on his recovery.

Ish Smith (calf) is questionable to play in Tuesday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons.

Fantasy Impact

Smith has missed nine consecutive games for Denver due to a calf strain, but he has a chance at making his return on Tuesday. He's listed as questionable, and he will likely face a minutes restriction if he is active against the Pistons.