Hornets shut down Coby White for rest of preseason after calf strain
ESPN NBA • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 9:32 PM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026

Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White sustained a left calf strain during training camp and will not participate in the remainder of the preseason. The team announced his status on October 5, following the injury. White's absence will impact the Hornets' preparations as they gear up for the regular season. The Hornets are assessing their roster ahead of their upcoming games.
- •Coby White injured his left calf during training camp.
- •He will miss the rest of the preseason.
- •The Hornets announced his status on October 5.
- •White's injury may impact team preparations for the season.
- 10:15 PMESPN NBA — Hornets shut down White for rest of preseason after calf strain
"Hornets guard Coby White suffered a left calf strain during training camp and will miss the remainder of preseason, the team announced Monday.
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