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Thu Sep 25 201418:13Taylor arrested early Thursday morning on charges of domestic as...
Taylor was arrested early Thursday morning on charges of domestic assault and malicious destruction of property, NBC Charlotte reports.
Taylor was arrested in East Lansing, Michigan and more information surrounding his situation is currently being gathered. The forward missed most of last season due to an Achilles' tendon injury.
Wed Jun 11 201411:53Jeff Taylor (Achilles) dunking during workout
Jeff Taylor (ruptured Achilles) threw down a tomahawk dunk during a workout with Hornets teammates on Wednesday.
This is as good a sign as any that Taylor's Achilles has healed after his surgery back in December, and he seems likely to participate without limitations in training camp. Taylor also appeared to have built his upper body strength during his rehabilitation, and he's poised to battle Michael Kidd-Gilchrist for the starting SF job next season. Al Jefferson, Kemba Walker, Gary Neal and Kidd-Gilchrist were also present for Wednesday's workout, an impressive turnout for a voluntary session in June.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Wed Jun 4 201420:41Jeff Taylor at Hornets workouts
Jeff Taylor has attended every day of the Hornets offseason workouts.
There's no word as to how much his Achilles has healed or the extent of his workouts. Taylor ruptured his Achilles back on Dec. 20, but he's hopeful to suit up for Las Vegas Summer League again. Taylor outplayed Michael Kidd-Gilchrist at summer league and during the season, so he'll have a chance to compete for the starting small forward job.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Sat May 31 201412:28Jeff Taylor progessing well
Hornets forward Jeff Taylor is still recovering from his Achilles in injury but is coming along nicely.
Coach Steve Clifford said he hopes Taylor is able to practice some with the Hornets' summer-league team in July. Taylor would like to play at Las Vegas Summer League, but Clifford said, "I don't see any way that can happen." Taylor had a productive few months as a role player before suffering the injury in December. He'll have to work hard in the summer in order to regain his positioning.
Source: Charlotte Observer
Sat Feb 8 201409:26Jeff Taylor (Achilles) looks to training camp
Jeff Taylor's rehab from a ruptured Achilles is progressing well and he hopes to be recovered by "late May, early June."
"I won't push it and hurt myself again," Taylor said. "The main goal is to be healthy for training camp." He's walking around in a protective boot with angled heel lifts and has already been ruled out for the season, whether or not Charlotte makes the playoffs.
Source: Charlotte Observer
Sat Dec 21 201316:03Jeff Taylor out for year w/ ruptured Achilles
Jeff Taylor has been diagnosed with a ruptured right Achilles tendon and he will miss the rest of the season.
Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (fractured hand) will be in a cast until at least Dec. 26, which should leave the SF position to either Anthony Tolliver or recent D-League call-up Chris Douglas-Roberts. Bobcats coach Steve Clifford could also choose to play unorthodox lineups eschewing both of those players, and Tolliver is the only guy worth stashing outside of deep leagues until we get some insight into Clifford's plans.
Source: Charlotte Observer
Fri Dec 20 201320:20Jeff Taylor suffers right Achilles injury
Jeff Taylor suffered a right Achilles injury during the first quarter and will not return to Friday's game.
Source: Keith Langlois on Twitter
Fri Dec 20 201319:46Jeff Taylor (right leg) goes to locker room
Jeff Taylor suffered an injury to his right leg and went to the locker room in the first quarter of Friday's game.
It did not look good and he was on the floor in a lot of pain. Taylor needed some assistance to the locker room, so hopefully this is nothing serious. Anthony Tolliver replaced Taylor and would be a speculative add in deep leagues. Ramon Sessions would also gain value since the Bobcats have been using a lot of three-guard lineups lately.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Tue Dec 17 201322:34Jeff Taylor quiet again in Tuesday's win
Jeff Taylor hit just 3-of-9 shots and two 3-pointers for eight points, three rebounds, two assists and a steal in 26 minutes of Tuesday's win.
Despite starting since Michael Kidd-Gilchrist went down, Taylor hasn't scored more than nine points in four straight games. Over that stretch, he's averaging just 8.0 points on 31 percent shooting, which isn't going to cut it. Despite his poor play, his job doesn't look to be in jeopardy, as Jeff Adrien and Anthony Tolliver didn't even get off the bench tonight. Gerald Henderson is spending some time at small forward when Taylor's on the bench, but Taylor could still emerge with some value if his shot ever starts falling.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Sat Dec 14 201321:37Jeff Taylor struggles in loss to Lakers
Jeff Taylor couldn't get his shot to fall on Saturday against the Lakers, making 3-of-13 from the field for seven points with five boards, three steals and one block in 28 minutes.
The Bobcats went with a three-guard lineup down the stretch in a close game, but that wasn't the case against the Pacers on Wednesday with Taylor playing the last 6:20 in that down-to-the-wire loss. Taylor should be fine and could have a better game against a struggling Sacramento defense on Saturday. He should be owned in most leagues.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Fri Dec 13 201322:59Jeff Taylor struggles in loss to Pacers
Jeff Taylor hit just 4-of-12 shots for nine points, zero rebounds, two assists and two steals in 36 minutes in another start for Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (broken hand) on Friday.
Taylor should be worth owning while MKG is out, but has struggled in his last two games after returning from his own heel injury, averaging just 8.5 points, 0.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and a steal 7-of-20 shooting in two games. He should break out of the funk soon as long as he doesn't lose his starting job.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Wed Dec 11 201321:48Jeff Taylor quiet in return from heel injury
Jeff Taylor returned to action from his heel injury and started at small forward Wednesday, but had just eight points, one rebound, two assists and a 3-pointer on 3-of-8 shooting in 31 minutes.
He's the primary candidate to fill in for Michael Kidd-Gilchrist for the next several weeks, but was much better in his last game when he had 20 points, eight boards and two 3-pointers. Don't give up on him after tonight's dud, as his heel was likely still bothering him, but do expect some inconsistency from the unproven forward.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Wed Dec 11 201317:21Jeff Taylor will start against the Magic
Jeff Taylor (heel) will start against the Magic on Wednesday.
He missed Monday's game with a heel injury after busting out for a 20-point night on Friday against the Sixers. Taylor has been able to get to the basket with ease with some nice all-around offense on the year, and the team announcing him as active about 100 minutes before tip suggests he's relatively healthy. He's a nice player to consider as a spot start at home. Anthony Tolliver will come off the bench.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Wed Dec 11 201311:14Jeff Taylor (heel) expected to play Wednesday
Jeff Taylor (heel) "should be good to go" for Wednesday's game vs. the Magic, according to coach Steve Clifford.
Taylor is an interesting fantasy pickup with Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (hand) out about 4-6 weeks -- he had 20 points, eight rebounds, one steal and one block in a start at SF on Friday, and minutes shouldn't be an issue with Chris Douglas-Roberts and Anthony Tolliver as his nearest competition. Check back to confirm his status before tip-off.
Source: Charlotte Bobcats on Twitter
Mon Dec 9 201313:20Jeff Taylor sits out Monday w/ heel injury
Jeff Taylor's bruised left heel will prevent him from playing vs. the Warriors on Monday.
Taylor scored 20 points in a start at SF on Friday and should have the job awaiting him whenever he's healthy, since Michael Kidd-Gilchrist remains out for at least a few more weeks. Anthony Tolliver will fill in as a temporary starter on Monday.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Sun Dec 8 201315:47Jeff Taylor has a left heel contusion
Jeff Taylor was diagnosed with a left heel contusion and is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Contusions are usually good news for players, but Taylor is still far from a sure thing for Monday's home game. He was terrific in his second start of the season on Friday with 20 points, so fantasy owners shouldn't downgrade him too much based on this news. If he can't go, Anthony Tolliver would get most of the minutes at small forward.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Sun Dec 8 201312:51Jeff Taylor (heel) iffy to play Monday vs. GS
Jeff Taylor (heel) was "highly limited" during Sunday's practice, leaving him questionable to play on Monday.
It's a tough break for the Bobcats, who are already navigating the absence of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (hand). If Taylor isn't able to suit up, it looks as though Anthony Tolliver will emerge as a temporary starter.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Fri Dec 6 201322:56Jeff Taylor matches career-high 20 points
Jeff Taylor made his second start of the season and matched his career-high 20 points in Friday's easy 105-88 win against the Sixers to go with eight boards, one assist, one steal, one block and two 3-pointers on 8-of-16 shooting.
He scored nine quick points tonight and didn't take his foot off the gas pedal. Of course, the Sixers are one of the best matchups in the NBA, so Taylor's line comes with a grain of salt. That said, Taylor had one of the best summer leagues of any wing player, was extremely aggressive in the preseason and coach Steve Clifford has praised him every step of the way. He's worth adding in all standard leagues.
Source: Rotoworld.com
Thu Dec 5 201313:48Jeff Taylor to start while Kidd-Gilchrist out
Jeff Taylor will start at small forward for the Bobcats while Michael Kidd-Gilchrist (broken hand) is out.
Taylor possesses the most upside of any player on the Bobcats' roster, so this should be an interesting audition while MKG is out for the next 4-6 weeks. Taylor is only averaging 7.9 points per game and still has a ways to go until he becomes a dependable fantasy option, but he's worth a flier in deeper leagues just in case he lives up to his potential.
Source: Rick Bonnell on Twitter
Mon Nov 18 201322:53Taylor scores career-high 20 points vs. CHI
Jeff Taylor scored a career-high 20 points on Monday, hitting 9-of-18 shots (including two threes) with five rebounds and one steal in 33 minutes.
There were some extra minutes to go around with Al Jefferson out, and while we generally like Taylor's game he's going to need an injury in front of him before he has any real fantasy value.
Source: Rotoworld.com
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