Tyler Herro's latest injury update is major news for the Charlotte Hornets

Miami's loss is Charlotte's gain

Herro is one of the league's premier perimeter scorers, and his eyes light up when he sees purple and teal on the opposing bench.

In his career, the former Kentucky Wildcat averages 21.5 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.6 assists against the Hornets. In a nip and tuck contest last November, Herro stuck a dagger in the Hornets heart with a game-winning three-pointer that capped off a masterful 27 point, eight rebound, five assist outing in the Queen City.

With Herro's injury rehabilitation projected to keep him out until November 14th, Charlotte will avoid facing Miami's superstar two times.

The Hornets square off with the Heat twice in the season's first month: October 28th in Miami, and again on November 7th in South Beach for the squad's opening contest in the 2025 NBA Cup.

Although Herro will be sidelined, Miami will still pose a stiff challenge for Charlotte. Andrew Wiggins and Bam Adebayo will give Charlotte fits, as their physicality and size are two strengths that match up perfectly with the Hornets' perceived weaknesses heading into the 2025-26 season. Not only is Miami a talented outfit, they have a mastermind of a head coach, Erik Spoelstra, pulling the strings.

Including the playoffs, coach Spo sports a 54-21 career record against Charlotte. That equates to a 72% winning percentage, good for a 59-23 record across an 82-game season. Spoelstra owns Charlotte, and the Hornets can't take these early-season matchups lightly even if Herro is unable to suit up.

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