Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller, the No. 2 overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Washington Wizards due to left shoulder soreness. Miller left Saturday's game early in the second quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers, grabbing his shoulder in pain and heading to the locker room. During the game, he scored four points in nine minutes before exiting. Miller had previously missed 55 games last season with a torn ligament in his wrist and was expected to have a strong season after a solid season opener where he scored 25 points. His recent injury raises concerns about his health and the Hornets' prospects for the season, especially given their modest expectations with a projected win total of 26.5 wins. The team is awaiting further test results to determine the severity of his injury, which could impact their season trajectory.