Jusuf Nurkić played against the Sacramento Kings on February 24, 2025, scoring 12 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. He led the Charlotte Hornets in rebounds and blocks, also recording 3 steals. Nurkić played for 26 minutes, exceeding projections in all these categories.
In the game against the Sacramento Kings, the Charlotte Hornets lost by a score of 130 to 88. The team struggled overall, shooting 34.9% from the field with 30 successful field goals out of 86 attempts. Nurkić’s contributions included 12 points, 9 rebounds, and 3 steals, which were significant in a game where the team faced a large deficit.
Nurkić’s performance included leading the team in rebounds and blocks. His 26 minutes of play were above expectations, indicating a strong effort despite the team’s loss. The Hornets averaged 95.4 points per game in the games Nurkić played, compared to 104.6 points per game in games he did not play.
