Miles Bridges

The Charlotte Hornets and restricted free agent forward Miles Bridges are gathering traction in talks on a new deal and optimism exists that an agreement could come in the relative near future.

Fantasy Impact

Bridges pleaded no contest last month to a felony domestic violence charge in relation to the mother of his children. It sounds like a new deal is close between the two sides. When that is agreed upon, Bridges could face some other type of discipline by the NBA before he can make his return to the court.

Miles Bridges received a $7.9 million qualifying offer from the Charlotte Hornets.

Fantasy Impact

Bridges was one of the most improved players in the league last season, and the Hornets are trying to ensure he stays for the foreseeable future. While the qualifying offer doesn't guarantee he'll be back next season, it does make it look more likely paired with the fact that they have bird rights for him too. No matter where he ends up, he will be a valuable player both in fantasy and in real life.

According to Evan Massey, Hornets F Miles Bridges and the Indiana Pacers have mutual interest ahead of Thursday's free agency opening.

Fantasy Impact

After reports dropped late Monday that the Hornets will not be offering Bridges a max contract, the veteran and his camp are going to test free agency. According to reports, the Pacers and the Hornets standout have a mutual interest in pairing up with each other. With minimal cap space in Indiana, the Pacers will have to move Myles Turner to afford the likely $25+ million that Bridges will command on the open market.

Miles Bridges recorded 20 points (8-12 FG, 3-6 3PT, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist, and one block in 29 minutes in Friday's win over the Bulls.

Fantasy Impact

Bridges has now scored in double figures in 23 consecutive games with 14 of those games in 20 plus points. The Michigan State product's breakout season should continue as the Hornets need him to deliver in the play-in tournament. The 24-year-old will look to keep the good times rolling when the Hornets host the Wizards on Sunday.

Miles Bridges recorded 29 points (11-16 FG, 3-5 3PT, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, four assists, and one steal in 35 minutes in Tuesday's blowout loss to the Heat.

Fantasy Impact

Bridges continues his strong play in his breakout season with his sixth consecutive 20 plus point game. The Michigan State product is currently eighth in the league in minutes at 35.8 per game. The explosive forward is such an exciting fantasy asset moving forward. The 24-year-old will look to keep things rolling when the Hornets host the Magic on Thursday.