For the game, they will be without their best player, as LaMelo Ball has been ruled out. Ball is averaging 25.4 points, 5.1 rebounds, 7.2 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 40.3% from the field and 33.

LaMelo Ball will play for the Charlotte Hornets in their matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder on March 21, boosting the team despite multiple other injuries. Ball has been crucial for the Hornets with an average of 25.