Dragic returns to Suns’ starting lineup vs Hornets

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Phoenix Suns' Goran Dragic will return from injury on Wednesday. (Pat Sullivan/AP)

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Phoenix Suns coach Jeff Hornacek says guard Goran Dragic will return to the starting lineup against the Charlotte Hornets after missing the last two games with a strained back.

Dragic is averaging 16.1 points, 4.0 assists and 3.4 per assists for the Suns (12-14), who are looking to break a six-game losing streak Wednesday night against the Hornets.

The Hornets (6-18) have lost three consecutive games.

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