Spencer Hawes (back) will not play in Friday's game against the Raptors.

Hawes (back) will not play in Friday's game against the Raptors.

Analysis:

Hawes had a chance to return to action Friday night, but he will remain sidelined and sit out for the fourth game in a row. Starter Cody Zeller and backup Frank Kaminsky will split the center duties for the Hornets on Friday with both Hawes and Al Jefferson (knee) out of action.