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Brandon Miller updates on shoulder recovery ahead of 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 3:50 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Brandon Miller updates on shoulder recovery ahead of 2026 season

Summary

Brandon Miller, the Charlotte Hornets' forward, shared positive news regarding his shoulder injury recovery on September 28, 2026. After undergoing offseason surgery, Miller reported significant improvement, stating he has reduced pain to a manageable level and is no longer experiencing dislocations. This development follows a season where Miller averaged 20.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.3 assists per game, despite the injury. With LaMelo Ball now with the Minnesota Timberwolves, Miller is expected to take on a larger role in the upcoming season, potentially increasing his scoring average as he looks to capitalize on his recovery.

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•Miller averaged 20.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.3 assists last season.
•He experienced a shoulder subluxation that impacted his play.
•Miller reported shoulder pain reduced to 0/10 following surgery.
•With key teammates sidelined, Miller's role is expected to expand this season.
•Hornets are focused on Miller's development as a potential star.

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3:50 AMYahoo Sports — Hornets news: Brandon Miller provides encouraging update on shoulder issue

What they're saying

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Brandon Miller had a bit of a slow start to the 2025-26 season , and it did not help matters at all that he was dealing with a lingering shoulder injury. But when the Charlotte Hornets began to roll towards the middle of the campaign, Miller’s play took off too. When the calendar flipped to 2026, Miller averaged 20.4 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 […] The post Hornets news: Brandon Miller provides encouraging update on shoulder issue appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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