Then we brought him off the bench." Castle logged 26 points Friday, but his efforts were in vain as the Hornets, led by LaMelo Ball's 27 points, logged four 20-point scorers of their own. Ball also became the first player in Charlotte history to log 15 assists and seven three-pointers in a game.

Given LaMelo Ball is probable on the injury report, the assumption is he will be suiting up against the Cavs. Ball led the Hornets in their 125-110 loss to the Hornets, scoring 28 points, including four threes. He also finished with 10 rebounds and six assists.