The New Orleans Hornets have placed forward Rodney Rogers on the injured list with a strained left knee, making way for guard Junior Harrington.

Rogers was injured in practice Wednesday and didn't play Friday against Atlanta. He averaged 4.8 points and 2.3 rebounds in 19.3 minutes during the Hornets' first four games.

Harrington began the season on the injured list because of back spasms. He averaged 7.7 points and 2.2 rebounds in six preseason games.