New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets Picks and Prediction for Thursday March 26 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 03/26/2026, 01:15 AM ET

Knicks Preview

NBA TV will feature a Thursday night showdown between the New York Knicks and the Charlotte Hornets from the Spectrum Center. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Knicks (48-25) are riding a seven-game winning streak and have moved into a tie with Boston for second place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Tuesday, New York assisted on 29 of 44 made field goals and shot 52 percent overall during a 121-116 home victory versus New Orleans.

All-Star G Jalen Brunson led all scorers with 32 points on 11-for-19 shooting and dished out seven assists. New York F OG Anunoby and F/C Karl-Anthony Towns scored 21 points each on a combined 15-for-33 shooting effort. Mikal Bridges added 14 points and seven assists for the Knicks.

Hornets Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have won four straight games and are looking to snap a nine-year playoff drought. The Hornets (38-34) rank tenth in the league in offensive efficiency and are scoring 116.4 points per contest. On Tuesday, Charlotte built a 25-point halftime lead and shot 51 percent from the field during a dominant 134-90 home victory versus Sacramento.

Coby White erupted for a game-high 27 points on 9-for-12 shooting in just 18 minutes off the Charlotte bench. LaMelo Ball contributed 20 points (6-13 3PT), eight assists, and six rebounds. Moussa Diabate added 17 points and 11 rebounds for the Hornets, who improved to 18-17 at home.

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Knicks vs Hornets Pick

New York G Miles McBride is current sidelined with an abdomen injury and hopes to be ready for the postseason. The Knicks have won seven straight games, but all have come against the bottom feeders of the league. The Hornets are just two games out of sixth place in the Eastern Conference standings and will win at home. Final Score Prediction, Charlotte Hornets win 118-109.

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