Miles Bridges Posts 18-13-5 Line Against Orlando
The Hornets forward set a season high in rebounds while Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach dealt with foul trouble.
Updated on Nov. 6, 2026 in Basketball
Miles Bridges recorded 18 points, 13 rebounds, five assists, two steals and three three-pointers in a game against Orlando, shooting 6-of-10 from the field. His 13 rebounds were a new season high for him.
Why it matters
With Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach in foul trouble, Bridges took on a larger role on the glass. His recent form has also been strong, averaging 20.3 points and 9.0 rebounds over his last four games.
Bridges' single-game line of 18 points, 13 rebounds and five assists on 6-of-10 shooting came against Orlando, while over his last four games he averaged 20.3 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.8 assists with 51.8 percent free throw shooting. Whether this scoring and rebounding pace holds through the next stretch of games is not yet known.
The players
Miles Bridges
Miles Bridges is a forward for the Charlotte Hornets who has been among the team's leading scorers and rebounders this season.
Oso Ighodaro
Oso Ighodaro is a Hornets big man who was in foul trouble during the Orlando game.
Khaman Maluach
Khaman Maluach is a Hornets center who was in foul trouble during the Orlando game.
The details
Bridges led the way while Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach were in foul trouble, and he also made three three-pointers and recorded two steals. His 13 rebounds set a new season high.
Timeline
- November 5, 2026: Bridges posts 18/13/5/2 line against Orlando.
- Saturday: Bridges scheduled to face the Rockets.
Season Trajectory
This 13-rebound performance matched a new season high for Bridges and extends the production he averaged over his last four games. It shows him taking on a larger share of the rebounding load when the Hornets' frontcourt depth is compromised.
Fantasy managers tracking Bridges should note his recent rebounding and scoring production heading into Saturday's matchup with Houston. His rebounding upside is particularly relevant while Ighodaro and Maluach remain in foul trouble risk.
The takeaway
Bridges has been one of the more productive frontcourt players recently, combining scoring with a strong rebounding presence. Following his usage in the Rockets game will show whether this stretch is sustainable.
What happens next
Bridges is scheduled to face the Rockets on Saturday.
Further reading
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