The Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks matchup is one of 15 NBA games scheduled on the last day of the 2025-26 regular season. The Hornets will secure homecourt advantage in their first play-in game if they win on Sunday, while the Knicks will have even more momentum on their side if they enter the playoffs with a six-game winning streak.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Odds
Moneyline: Hornets (-752) vs Knicks (+525)
Spread: Hornets (-13.5) vs Knicks (+13.5)
Total: Hornets -110 (o218.5) vs Knicks -110 (u218.5)
Editor’s note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Preview and Prediction
After pulling a four-game winning streak earlier this month, the Hornets have lost two consecutive games. This past Friday, they were blown out 118-100 by the Detroit Pistons. That night, LaMelo Ball had 27 points, five rebounds, and eight assists. Brandon Miller added 22 points on 9-for-20 shooting from the field, while Coby White chipped in 11 points and two boards off the bench.
In contrast, the Knicks have bounced back from a recent three-game skid by winning five straight contests. Their latest victory came on Friday when they defeated the Toronto Raptors 112-95. Jalen Brunson led this winning effort with 29 points on 12-for-18 shooting from the field. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Mikal Bridges tallied 13 points, three assists, and three steals.
The Hornets are favored to win this matchup against the Knicks.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Seeding Scenarios
At 53-38, the Knicks are locked in as the no. 3 seed in the Eastern Conference.
The Hornets, who hold a 43-38 record, are currently at the no. 9 spot. Charlotte can finish no higher than no. 9, as the Philadelphia 76ers (44-37) hold the tiebreaker over the Hornets after winning their season series. However, the Hornets are still incentivized to win this game; if they drop to 43-39 and the Miami Heat match that record, it will be the Heat enjoying homecourt advantage in their play-in matchup.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Injury Reports
Coby White (calf) has been ruled as probable for this game, while PJ Hall (ankle) has been ruled out. As for the Knicks, they’ll have four starters out for this game: Jalen Brunson (ankle), Karl-Anthony Towns (elbow), Josh Hart (ankle), and OG Anunoby (ankle). Also, reserve players Mitchell Robinson (ankle) and Tyler Kolek (oblique) won’t be suiting up.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Starting Lineups
Hornets starting lineup
PG: LaMelo Ball | SG: Brandon Miller | SF: Kon Knueppel | PF: Miles Bridges | C: Moussa Diabate
Knicks starting lineup
PG: Jose Alvarado | SG: Mikal Bridges | SF: Landry Shamet | PF: Ariel Hukporti | C: Mohamed Diawara
