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Ryan Kalkbrenner

##117' 1"256 lbsRookie
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Kalkbrenner could face increased competition for frontcourt minutes after Charlotte acquired Naz Reid as part of the LaMelo Ball trade, according to Cholo Magsino of Yahoo Sports.

The second-year center enters a rotation that already includes Reid, Moussa Diabate and other young big men competing for reserve roles, including 2026 lottery pick Hannes Steinbach. While Kalkbrenner's rim protection and interior defense should help him earn opportunities, his playing time could be volatile based on matchups. His long-term outlook remains promising, but consistent minutes may not be as straightforward as originally thought.

Season Stats12 metrics
Games Played69
Minutes Per Game21.4
Field Goal Percentage75.3
3-Point Field Goal Percentage0.0
Free Throw Percentage71.6
Rebounds Per Game5.5
Assists Per Game0.8
Blocks Per Game1.5
Steals Per Game0.5
Fouls Per Game1.6
Turnovers Per Game0.9
Points Per Game7.6
Recent Games
DateOpponentMINFG%3P%FT%REBASTBLKSTLPFTOPTS
Apr 17@ Orlando Magic180.00.0100.03112312
Apr 14vs Miami Heat1375.00.00.05100006
Apr 12@ New York Knicks21100.00.0100.05211119
Apr 10vs Detroit Pistons23100.00.0100.04110224
Apr 8@ Boston Celtics15100.00.00.03010004

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