Nicolas Batum: Will start Wednesday
Batum (toe) will play and start Wednesday versus the Jazz.
Analysis:
Batum will return to the starting lineup after missing the three previous games for the Hornets. Given the short length of his absence, expect him to resume taking on his usual workload Wednesday. He is averaging 15.1 points, 6.3 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 0.9 steals, 0.5 blocks, and 2.0 triples in 35 minutes per game this season.