Coby White is finally expected to hit the court tonight, making his season debut for the Charlotte Hornets against the Detroit Pistons after missing the first seven games with a calf injury. This is huge for the Hornets, getting their guy back in the lineup.
The Return: 100% But Still Anxious?
White has been sidelined with a calf injury since the season tipped off, but the man says he feels completely healthy. “I feel 100% physically,” he stated, and that’s exactly what you want to hear. But get this, even after seven games off, the butterflies are still there. White admitted to feeling them, but he was quick to clarify: “I’m always anxious. That’s not out of the norm. Every game day. I don’t think if you don’t have the butterflies, the anxiousness … it’s excitement. It’s not nervousness. It’s just excitement.” You gotta love that fire. It’s not nerves, it’s pure hype to get back in the game!
Staying Locked In, Teammates Are Hyped
Even when he was out, White wasn’t just chilling. He made sure to stay fully immersed with the squad, getting more vocal with his teammates during practices and film sessions. He was putting in extra time studying film himself, too. That kind of dedication is clutch, showing he’s been locked in the whole time. And his teammates? They’re absolutely buzzing for his return. You could hear them cheering him on in the background during an interview Monday, showing just how much they missed him out there.
Tonight’s game is actually the second time the Hornets face the Pistons in just five days. Pregame coverage kicks off at 7 p.m. on Channel 9, with tip-off set for 7:30 p.m. If you’re wondering what to do with your Monday night while watching White tear it up, just know that “Dancing with the Stars” will be airing live on TV 64 at 8 p.m. for all your Disney Night performance needs. But seriously, all eyes are on White tonight. How quickly will he shake off the rust? Can he jump right back into form and give this team the boost they need? Let’s go!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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