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Charlotte Hornets vs Boston Celtics: Game 10 and NBA Cup preview and discussion

The Charlotte Hornets (3-6) host the Boston Celtics (6-2) on Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. ET in an NBA Cup showdown. The Hornets, plagued by injuries to Moussa Diabate, Dennis Schroder and others, are on a five‑game losing streak and have struggled offensively, averaging just 80 points in recent Friday games. The Celtics, fresh off a controversial trade that brought Paul George, sit in the league’s top‑10 for offense and defense, with Jayson Tatum posting 27 p.p.g. and George contributing over 20 p.p.g. Boston’s line‑up remains stable, featuring Payton Pritchard, Derrick White, Neemias Queta, Mitchell Robinson and newcomer Luka Garza. With the Hornets needing a win after a 95‑79 cup loss to stay in knockout contention, the game favors Boston at Hornets +8.5.

Charlotte Hornets vs Brooklyn Nets: Game 9 recap and analysis

The Hornets fall to the Nets 114-104, extending their losing streak to five. Early injuries sideline Kon Knueppel, Coby White and Naz Reid, while Brandon Miller goes 2‑for‑15 with three turnovers. Despite a strong first half fueled by Grayson Allen’s three‑point barrage and a solid game from Naz Reid (28 points, 17 in the second half), the Hornets cannot match the Nets’ hot shooting in the fourth, as Michael Porter Jr. and Danny Wolf spark a decisive run. Allen shines as the most effective bench scorer, and Tidjane Salaun adds three threes in ten minutes, but turnovers and indecisive ball handling plague Charlotte. Coach Lee faces mounting pressure to fix the team’s offensive woes.

Charlotte Hornets vs Brooklyn Nets: Game 9 preview and discussion

The Charlotte Hornets (3-5) head to Brooklyn on Nov. 4 for Game 9 against the Nets (1-6) at 7:30 p.m. ET, with the Hornets now expected to field a full starting lineup as Kon Knueppel (hamstring) and Coby White (calf) are listed as probable. Both players return after limited action, boosting spacing and scoring potential. The Nets, missing Egor Demin (knee), rely on Julius Randle and Michael Porter Jr. to spark a team that’s struggling offensively. The Hornets are -3.5 favorites, and the matchup pits two of the league’s lowest‑rated offenses against each other.

Can the Hornets win as built?

After a four‑game losing streak capped by a blowout loss to Detroit (the Pistons), the Charlotte Hornets’ early 3‑1 start looks fragile. Starting point guard Coby White returned for a modest 16 minutes, scoring a three and a layup but matching his three assists with three turnovers as he shakes off a calf injury. Backup Dennis Schröder, once a catalyst for Charlotte’s early success, struggled with five turnovers and only one assist. Third‑string Sion posted equal assists and turnovers, while rookie Christian Anderson sparked a brief surge, hitting 60% and adding a three‑pointer in nine minutes. The Hornets have now lost three games this season despite turning the ball over more than they assisted, raising questions about the team’s point‑guard depth and overall ball‑handling strategy.

Charlotte Hornets vs Detroit Pistons: Game 8 recap and analysis

The Detroit Pistons crush the Charlotte Hornets 124-91 on Nov. 3, 2026, as Cade Cunningham leads Detroit with a barrage of threes and a decisive 19‑0 run to finish the third quarter. Coby White returns for Charlotte, showing flashes of impact, while Sion James hits three of four from deep. The Hornets commit 25 turnovers and fade offensively, losing their lead and ending with a 23‑point deficit. Dennis Schröder struggles with five turnovers and only one assist. Charlotte’s next challenge is a repeat road game at the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday.

Charlotte Hornets vs Detroit Pistons: Game 8 preview and discussion

The Hornets (3-4) head to Detroit for Game 8, trying to snap a three‑game skid after losing 97‑89 to the Pistons last week. Charlotte gets a boost as guard Coby White returns from a calf injury, pushing Dennis Schröder to the bench and adding rim‑running firepower. Detroit (5-1) remains hot, with only one game since the matchup and a win over Brooklyn. Both teams boast strong, physical defenses; the key for Charlotte will be limiting Cade Cunningham while exploiting the Pistons’ recent three‑point slumps. Game tips: Hornets +4.5, money line +145, O/U 210.5. Watch at 7:30 p.m. ET on WSOC, DAZN or NBA League Pass.

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards: Game 6 NBA Cup Recap and Analysis

The Charlotte Hornets fall 95-79 to the Washington Wizards in Game 6 of the NBA Cup, struggling with a chilling shooting night. Hornets open with a Dennis Schröder three, but the team goes an anemic 12‑of‑56 from beyond the arc and 18‑of‑45 inside, while the Wizards dominate the glass and take control in the second half. Key moments include Schröder’s foul‑out after a reversed call and Brandon Miller’s late three‑pointer. Rookie Sion James and the bench’s poor shooting are highlighted as offensive woes, while Tidjane Salaun shows a bright spot on defense. The article critiques the Hornets’ lack of scoring options as they await the return of Kon Knueppel.

Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards: Game 6 NBA Cup preview and discussion

The Hornets (3-2) face the Wizards (2-3) in Game 6 of the NBA Cup on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m. ET at Capital One Arena. Charlotte is a 1.5‑point favorite (‑118) with an O/U of 218.5. Key injuries include Coby White and Grant Williams for the Hornets and Justin Champagnie and Tristan Vukcevic for Washington. Rookie AJ Dybantsa, the No. 1 overall pick, makes his debut, filling Champagnie’s spot. Tune in via WSOC (Charlotte), DAZN, or NBA League Pass to see if the Hornets can edge the Wizards.

Charlotte Hornets vs Detroit Pistons: Game 5 Recap and Analysis

The Charlotte Hornets fall 97-89 to the Detroit Pistons despite Brandon Miller’s 31 points, his third straight 30‑plus effort. The Hornets start strong, building an early 13-4 lead, but lose momentum after Naz Reid is benched at halftime for “not meeting the team’s standards.” Miller carries the offense, grabbing 12 rebounds, while the Pistons’ Duncan Robinson and Paul Reed spark a comeback, and Cade Cunningham seals the win with a three in the final 30 seconds. The recap notes the Hornets’ 23 turnovers, missing Coby White and Kon Knueppel, and looks ahead to their next game against the Wizards.

Charlotte Hornets vs Boston Celtics preseason preview

What: Charlotte Hornets vs Seattle Seahawks When: 7:30pm Eastern Where: TD Garden; Boston, MA How to watch: NBA League Pass, ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Since this game is outside of Charlotte, there isn’t going to be a local broadcast of the game. That means, as far as I can tell, you can only watch this game if you […] The post Charlotte Hornets vs Boston Celtics preseason preview first appeared on At The Hive .

A Deep Dive Into Diabaté

The evolution of Moussa "Moose" Diabate into a beast of a player and a fan favorite ... The post A Deep Dive Into Diabaté first appeared on At The Hive .