Dragic back in lineup for Suns against Hornets
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) Phoenix Suns coach Jeff Hornacek says guard Goran Dragic will return to the starting lineup against the Charlotte Hornets after missing the last two games with a strained back.
Dragic is averaging 16.1 points, 4.0 assists and 3.4 per assists for the Suns (12-14), who are looking to break a six-game losing streak Wednesday night against the Hornets.
The Hornets (6-18) have lost three consecutive games.
Hornets forward Jeffery Taylor's 24-game suspension is over, but Charlotte coach Steve Clifford says he is inactive against the Suns.