The Philadelphia 76ers will play against the Charlotte Hornets in the middle of the NBA regular season. The game will take place at the Spectrum Center on Monday, January 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Fans can watch the action on NBCS.
The 76ers have a record of 24-20 and are sixth in the Eastern Conference. They recently lost to the New York Knicks but had a win against the Houston Rockets. On the other side, the Hornets hold an 18-28 record and are twelfth in the Eastern Conference. They are coming off back-to-back wins against the Washington Wizards and Orlando Magic.
Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers have had a mixed run recently. They won against the Houston Rockets with a score of 128-122. However, they lost to the New York Knicks by 112-109 and the Phoenix Suns by 116-110.
Joel Embiid has been a key player for the 76ers, scoring 38 points against the Knicks and 32 against the Rockets. Tyrese Maxey also had a strong performance, scoring 36 points in the win over the Rockets. Kelly Oubre Jr. contributed with 26 points in the same game.
The 76ers will miss Joel Embiid and Paul George in their next game due to knee injuries. Their offensive stats show they score 116.6 points per game, ranking 15th. Defensively, they allow 115.5 points per game, also ranking 13th in the league.
Charlotte Hornets Team Preview
The Charlotte Hornets are coming off a couple of wins, including a close one against the Washington Wizards with a score of 119-115. Brandon Miller stood out with 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists. LaMelo Ball also played well, scoring 20 points and providing 11 assists.
Throughout the season, the Hornets have been averaging 116.0 points per game, ranking them 17th in the league. They excel in three-point shooting, making 15.1 per game, which is third best. Their defensive stats show they allow 115.5 points per game, placing them 16th.
Brandon Miller leads the Hornets in scoring with 20.0 points per game. LaMelo Ball adds 19.3 points and leads in assists with 7.6 per game. Injuries have affected the team, with Mason Plumlee and KJ Simpson out, but Collin Sexton is likely to play despite hamstring soreness.
Betting Prediction
The Hornets are favored by 3 points against the 76ers. The Hornets have a strong three-point game, ranking 3rd in three-pointers made per game. They also attempt a high number of threes, which can help them cover the spread.
On the defensive side, the Hornets lead the league in steals, averaging 6.8 per game. This can disrupt the 76ers’ offense and create scoring opportunities. The Hornets’ ability to limit opponent free throws is also a factor, as they allow the fewest per game.
The 76ers struggle with shooting efficiency, ranking low in field goal and two-point percentages. Their defense also allows a high number of assists, which could benefit the Hornets’ ball movement. The Hornets’ rebounding strength could further limit the 76ers’ second-chance points.
- Pick: Hornets -3.0
