Micic (coach's decision) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Kings, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Micic will miss a fifth straight game for the Suns on Sunday. The 30-year-old guard played in 41 games at the NBA level this season, averaging 6.6 points, 2.2 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game, shooting 34.8 percent from the floor and 36.0 percent from beyond the arc.
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Suns' Vasilije Micic: Available for Monday
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Micic (illness) is off the injury report for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Micic sat out Friday's win over the Cavaliers due to an illness, but he will be available Monday. The 31-year-old guard has appeared in just two games for the Suns since being acquired Feb. 6, totaling eight minutes.
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Suns' Vasilije Micic: Makes team debut
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Micic played the final 1:35 of Sunday's 116-98 loss to the Timberwolves and recorded no statistics during his time on the court.
Micic saw action for the first time since Feb. 3, after he missed his final game as a member of the Hornets on Feb. 5 due to a left ankle injury before being traded to the Suns a day later. The 31-year-old guard has been healthy for nearly a month, but since he hasn't been a member of the Phoenix rotation, it wasn't until the tail end of a blowout Sunday that he got the chance to make his team debut. Given that Phoenix has ample guard depth and everybody except Cody Martin (sports hernia) healthy at the moment, Micic may be in store for few opportunities over the final six weeks of the season.
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Suns' Vasilije Micic: To make Suns debut
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Micic (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Duane Rankin of The Arizona Republic reports.
Micic was traded to Phoenix on Feb. 6 but hasn't been available for the Suns due to a sprained left ankle. However, he'll be suited up Wednesday to provide reinforcement to a backcourt without Devin Booker (back), Bradley Beal (toe) and Grayson Allen (knee).
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Suns' Vasilije Micic: Listed questionable for Wednesday
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Micic (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus Houston.
Micic has yet to make his Phoenix debut and remains day-to-day. With Devin Booker (back), Bradley Beal (toe) and Grayson Allen (knee) already ruled out, there could be lots of minutes up for grabs.
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Suns' Vasilije Micic: Iffy to make debut Tuesday
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Micic is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game versus Memphis due to a left ankle sprain.
Acquired from the Hornets on Thursday, Micic may have to wait a little longer to make his Suns debut while he contends with the ankle injury. The 31-year-old should provide valuable depth in the backcourt, though he's uncertain to become a regular member of the rotation. In his 36 appearances (16 starts) with Charlotte this season, Micic shot 34.8 percent from the field and averaged 7.5 points, 3.5 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 1.3 three-pointers in 21.2 minutes.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Downgraded to out
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Micic (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Bucks.
After being listed as questionable with an ankle injury, Micic won't be able to suit up for the Hornets on Wednesday. His next chance to take the floor arrives Friday against the Spurs. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) also sidelined against Milwaukee, Charlotte appears to be down to KJ Simpson, Seth Curry and Isaiah Wong as the most likely candidates to replace Micic in its starting lineup.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Officially questionable for Monday
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Micic (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Wizards.
Micic suffered a left ankle injury in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Nuggets and required assistance to the locker room. With LaMelo Ball (ankle) and Tre Mann (back) already sidelined, Micic's injury forced KJ Simpson into increased playing time. However, it appears the veteran Micic has avoided a long-term injury and may stick in the starting lineup for the injury-depleted Hornets moving forward.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Exits early with left ankle injury
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Micic suffered a left ankle injury in the third quarter of Saturday's game against the Nuggets and required assistance to the locker room, Roderick Boone of The Charlotte Observer reports. He recorded zero points (0-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds and two assists in 15 minutes prior to leaving the game.
Micic rolled his left ankle while attempting to change direction on a drive to the basket. He couldn't put any weight on his left leg while being helped off the court, with the Hornets labeling him as doubtful to return after he checked out of the game. KJ Simpson should operate as the primary ballhandler for the rest of the game in place of Micic, who was making his third straight start with LaMelo Ball (ankle) sidelined.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Ties season high with 20 points
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Micic posted 20 points (7-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds, four assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Friday's 112-104 loss to the Clippers.
The 31-year-old point guard tied his season high in scoring while making his second straight start in place of LaMelo Ball (ankle), Micic has taken on a significant role in the Charlotte backcourt over the last five games, starting three of them and averaging 13.8 points, 4.2 assists, 2.6 boards and 2.2 threes in 29.8 minutes a contest as the Hornets juggle their rotation due to the absence of Cody Martin (abdomen).
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Back to bench Saturday
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Micic is not in the Hornets' starting lineup against the Pelicans on Saturday.
Micic got the start against the Trail Blazers on Friday, and he finished with 12 points and two assists over 33 minutes. With LaMelo Ball returning from a one-game absence due to a sprained right wrist, Micic will retreat to a reserve role for Saturday's contest.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Nears double-double
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Micic accumulated 18 points (7-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt), two rebounds, nine assists and two steals across 34 minutes during Sunday's 113-109 win over the Pacers.
Micic turned in a solid night from beyond the arc and led the Hornets in assists, nearly securing his second double-double of December. He continues to see a sizable uptick in opportunities while LaMelo Ball (calf) and Tre Mann (back) remain sidelined.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Getting starting nod
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Micic is in the starting five for Friday's game versus the Knicks.
Micic will replace LaMelo Ball (calf) in the starting lineup Friday. Micic is averaging 3.7 points, 2.4 rebounds and 1.0 assists in 13.6 minutes across seven appearances this season but should see increased playing time against New York due to Ball's absence.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Scoreless in 10 minutes
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Micic contributed zero points (0-3 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one assist across 10 minutes during Saturday's 114-106 loss to Miami.
Micic played a season-low 10 minutes and was held scoreless for the first time through three games. With Brandon Miller (hip) and Josh Green (Achilles) sidelined, more minutes should be available for Micic. However, Tre Mann has emerged as the primary beneficiary after a couple of strong offensive performances.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Starting vs. Memphis
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Micic will start Thursday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.
Micic will get a starting nod in this contest since the Hornets are resting LaMelo Ball. The Serbian point guard has been competing with Tre Mann for the backup point guard role behind Ball.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Notches 19 for bronze medal
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Micic provided 19 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), two assists and two rebounds across 21 minutes for Serbia in Saturday's 93-83 win over Germany in the bronze medal game of the Paris Olympics.
Micic tied Nikola Jokic for the game high in points as Serbia secured a trip atop the podium. The 30-year-old produced his best outing of the Olympic Games, and it came at the right time for Serbia as it defeated Germany, the 2023 FIBA World Cup Champions. Micic was a solid third option for the squad, and he averaged 13.5 points, 4.5 assists and 2.3 rebounds across 22.0 minutes per game in six Olympic matches.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Productive outing in Olympic win
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Micic accumulated 15 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists and one steal across 22 minutes in Serbia's 96-85 win over South Sudan in the Paris Olympics on Saturday.
Micic was the clear No. 3 option behind Nikola Jokic and Bogdan Bogdanovic in Serbia's victory. The 30-year-old averaged 13.0 points, 5.3 assists and 3.0 rebounds across 21.7 minutes in three group-phase contests. Micic's ability to move the rock and spread the floor will be crucial for Serbia as they enter the Olympic quarterfinals.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Records double-double Sunday
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Micic ended Sunday's 121-118 loss to the Thunder with 17 points (6-12 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), one rebound, 10 assists and one steal over 31 minutes.
Micic has been thriving in a starting role for the rebuilding Hornets, and he's turning more than a few heads with his play, particularly his passing ability and overall vision. This was Micic's third double-double over his last six games, and he's dished out at least eight assists in each of those six outings as well.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Flirts with double-double in win
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Micic notched 14 points (4-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), five rebounds, nine assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Friday's 124-115 victory over Orlando.
Micic fell one assist short of a double-double, continuing his strong end to the season. Although he has missed a handful of games, Micic has been a great source of assists and steals. The Hornets are playing for nothing at this point, so Micic should continue to log heavy minutes anytime he steps onto the floor.
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Hornets' Vasilije Micic: Probable for Friday
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Micic (shoulder) is probable for Friday's game against the Magic.
Micic should be back in action Friday night following a one-game absence, which will likely result in fewer minutes for Tre Mann and Bryce McGowens. Check back for official confirmation on Micic's status closer to Friday's tip.
