The Philadelphia 76ers and Charlotte Hornets are set to clash in a matchup featuring two teams struggling to find their rhythm this season. The 76ers enter the game with a record of 7-16, having lost their last game, while the Hornets hold a slightly lower record of 7-18, also on a one-game losing streak. Both teams are positioned fourth in their respective divisions, with the 76ers holding a conference record of 7-9 compared to the Hornets’ 6-17. Key players for the 76ers include Tyrese Maxey, who leads the team with an average of 24.2 points per game, while LaMelo Ball, despite being listed as out due to injury, has been a standout for the Hornets with 31.1 points per game. The absence of key players on both sides could significantly impact the dynamics of this matchup.
Philadelphia 76ers at Charlotte Hornets Game Information
Game Date: December 16, 2024
Game Time: 07:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Extra (South), NBC Sports Philadelphia, NBA League Pass Channel 1
Location: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Charlotte Hornets Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 7-18
Conference Record: 6-17
Division Record: 0-6
Streak: 1 loss
Philadelphia 76ers Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 7-16
Conference Record: 7-9
Division Record: 1-2
Streak: 1 loss
Stat Leaders
Charlotte Hornets (7-18, #4 in division)
Points Leader: LaMelo Ball, 31.1 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Nick Richards, 9.7 RPG
Assists Leader: LaMelo Ball, 6.9 APG
Steals Leader: Brandon Miller, 1.14 SPG
Blocks Leader: Nick Richards, 1.7 BPG
Philadelphia 76ers (7-16, #4 in division)
Points Leader: Tyrese Maxey, 24.2 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Andre Drummond, 8.25 RPG
Assists Leader: Tyrese Maxey, 5 APG
Steals Leader: Tyrese Maxey, 1.94 SPG
Blocks Leader: Joel Embiid, 1 BPG
Charlotte Hornets Injury Report
LaMelo Ball – Calf (Out) – Ball is questionable for Monday’s (Dec. 16) game against Philadelphia.
Grant Williams – ACL (Out For Season) – The Hornets announced on Wednesday (Dec. 11) that Williams underwent successful surgery to repair multiple tears in his knee, including the ACL, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. He is expected to return in 9 to 12 months.
Tre Mann – Back (Out) – The Hornets said that Mann will remain sidelined for Saturday’s (Nov. 30) game against the Hawks and is expected to be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report
Jared McCain – Meniscus (Out) – McCain has suffered a torn lateral meniscus in his left knee. He will undergo surgery and is out indefinitely.
Adem Bona – Knee (Out) – Bona is OUT for Monday’s (Dec. 16) game against Charlotte.
Caleb Martin – Shoulder (Out) – Martin is OUT for Monday’s (Dec. 16) game against Charlotte.
Joel Embiid – Face (Out) – Embiid is OUT for Monday’s (Dec. 16) game against Charlotte.
Charlotte Hornets Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 16, 2024 vs Philadelphia 76ers
December 19, 2024 at Washington Wizards
December 20, 2024 at Philadelphia 76ers
December 23, 2024 vs Houston Rockets
December 26, 2024 at Washington Wizards
December 28, 2024 vs Oklahoma City Thunder
December 30, 2024 vs Chicago Bulls
January 03, 2025 at Detroit Pistons
January 05, 2025 at Cleveland Cavaliers
January 07, 2025 vs Phoenix Suns
Philadelphia 76ers Upcoming 2024-2025 Schedule
December 16, 2024 at Charlotte Hornets
December 20, 2024 vs Charlotte Hornets
December 21, 2024 at Cleveland Cavaliers
December 23, 2024 vs San Antonio Spurs
December 25, 2024 at Boston Celtics
December 28, 2024 at Utah Jazz
December 30, 2024 at Portland Trail Blazers
January 01, 2025 at Sacramento Kings
January 02, 2025 at Golden State Warriors
January 04, 2025 at Brooklyn Nets
