Shortly after Philadelphia 76ers head coach Brett Brown said both Wilson Chandler and Mike Muscala could be out “a while” prior to the team’s second game of the season, there’s now some reason for optimism. At least when it comes to Chandler’s potential return.

As Keith Pompey of the Philly Inquirer revealed, the veteran forward reportedly may be able to return on October 27 against the Charlotte Hornets.

Chandler suffered a groin injury at the start of the preseason against Melbourne United. That led to a timeline of 2-3 weeks before he was set to be re-evaluated. A return at the end of this month would be slightly after the original report, but it was beginning to seem like it could be far worse.

Here’s to hoping Chandler’s new timeline cooperates and he’s able to get back on the court sooner than later.