Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers (01-26-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The Charlotte Hornets are already ready to face the Philadelphia 76ers. However, there have been some ups and downs for the Philadelphia 76ers lately. The New York Knicks defeated them 109-112, a 3-point loss. With 38 points and 11 rebounds in the game, Joel Embiid stood out. The club had earlier defeated the Houston Rockets 128-122. With 36 points and 10 assists, Tyrese Maxey spearheaded the effort.

The Hornets are 18-28 and the 76ers are 24-20. Philadelphia ranks fourth in the Atlantic Division and sixth in the Eastern Conference. They recently suffered a 112-109 loss to the New York Knicks. Charlotte ranks fourth in the Southeast Division and twelfth in the Eastern Conference. They recently defeated the Washington Wizards 119-115.

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers - When and where to watch the game

The Philadelphia 76ers will play the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. The game is set for Monday, January 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM and will be shown on NBCS. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will also telecast the whole game for the online users.

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers - Expected Starting Lineups

Charlotte Hornets

PG LaMelo Ball
SG Kon Knueppel
SF Brandon Miller
PF Miles Bridges
C Moussa Diabate

Philadelphia 76ers

PG Tyrese Maxey
SG VJ Edgecombe
SF Kelly Oubre Jr.
PF Dominick Barlow
C Adem Bona

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers - Injury Report

Charlotte Hornets

• Collin Sexton- Day-to-day (Hamstring)
• KJ Simpson- Out (Hip)
• Mason Plumlee- Out (Underwent surgery to address his right groin injury)

Philadelphia 76ers

• Paul George- Out (Left knee injury management)
• Joel Embiid- Out (Left knee injury management)
• MarJon Beauchamp- Day-to-day (Two-way contract on Tuesday)

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers - Game Prediction

The 76ers are 15th in the league with an average of 116.6 points per game this season. They are 10th with an average of 90.5 field goals per game. Their field goal percentage of 45.7% puts them in 26th place despite their high attempts. They rank 13th in terms of defense, giving up 115.5 points per game. Additionally, they have the eleventh-highest field goal percentage of 46.4%.

On the other hand, the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Washington Wizards 119-115 in a close game. With 21 points, 11 rebounds, and 7 assists, Brandon Miller stood out. LaMelo Ball was crucial to the victory, contributing 20 points and 11 assists. Now, they are ready to face off.



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