Knicks Dominate Hornets in 129-101 Victory
Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Spectrum Center
New York Knicks 129, Charlotte Hornets 101, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets?
New York Knicks beat Charlotte Hornets 129-101 at Spectrum Center on November 26, 2025.
Who was favored in New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets?
New York Knicks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The favorite won.
The New York Knicks secured a decisive 129-101 victory over the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center, marking their second consecutive win in the season series, now leading 2-0. This matchup showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with the Knicks continuing their strong season while the Hornets struggled to find their footing. Charlotte's record now stands at 4-15, having lost their last six games, while New York improves to 12-6, maintaining a solid position in the Eastern Conference.
In recent form, the Hornets have been in dire straits, recording a 1-9 record in their last ten games. Their scoring average during this stretch has been 112.4 points per game, but they have allowed an average of 120.0 points, indicating significant defensive issues. The Hornets' home record is 1-3 in their last four games, and they have not won at home since a victory against the Milwaukee Bucks on November 13. In contrast, the Knicks have been performing well, with a 7-3 record over their last ten games and an average of 123.0 points scored while allowing 114.9 points. Their recent form includes a notable win against the Brooklyn Nets, where they triumphed 113-100.
Looking at home versus away performance, the Hornets have struggled particularly on the road, with an away record of 0-6 in their last six games. The Knicks, however, have fared well at home with a 5-1 record, showcasing their ability to capitalize on home court advantage. The Knicks' offensive efficiency has been evident, as they have consistently scored over 120 points in several recent games, including a high of 140 points against the Miami Heat.
In terms of previous meetings, the Knicks defeated the Hornets earlier in the season on December 6, 2024, with a score of 125-101. The most recent matchup before this game was on March 20, 2025, where the Hornets managed to win 115-98 at home. However, the Knicks have shown their ability to bounce back, as evidenced by their current winning streak.
Injury concerns have also played a role in the teams' performances. For the Hornets, Brandon Miller and PJ Hall are both listed as day-to-day with shoulder and ankle injuries, respectively. The Knicks have Mohamed Diawara and Jalen Brunson also day-to-day, with finger and wrist injuries. The absence or limited availability of these players could impact both teams in future matchups.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Knicks favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 242.5. The odds reflect the Knicks' strong performance and the Hornets' struggles, as New York was priced at -265 on the money line, while Charlotte was at +215.
Conditions during the game were typical for an indoor NBA matchup, with no significant weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect an exciting display of basketball, with the Knicks’ offensive prowess and the Hornets' need to improve their defense being key points of interest.
Overall, this game highlighted the current disparity between the two teams, with the Knicks demonstrating their playoff potential while the Hornets continue to seek answers to their ongoing struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -6.5 | 242.5 o -110 / u -110 | New York Knicks -265 · Charlotte Hornets +215 |
Injury report
- Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
- PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
- Mohamed DiawaraDay-To-DayFingerNew York Knicks
- Jalen BrunsonDay-To-DayWristNew York Knicks
Leaders
- PointsBrandon Miller18Charlotte Hornets
- AssistsLaMelo Ball4Charlotte Hornets
- ReboundsLaMelo Ball6Charlotte Hornets
- PointsJalen Brunson33New York Knicks
- AssistsJosh Hart7New York Knicks
- ReboundsKarl-Anthony Towns10New York Knicks
Recent form
Charlotte Hornets
Last 10: 1-9Streak L6112.4 scored · 120 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L110-113at Atlanta HawksNov 23
- L116-131vs LA ClippersNov 22
- L118-127at Indiana PacersNov 20
- L108-110at Toronto RaptorsNov 18
- L96-109vs Oklahoma City ThunderNov 16
- L134-147at Milwaukee BucksNov 15
- W111-100vs Milwaukee BucksNov 13
- L111-121vs Los Angeles LakersNov 11
- L108-126at Miami HeatNov 8
- L112-116at New Orleans PelicansNov 5
New York Knicks
Last 10: 7-3Streak W1123 scored · 114.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- W113-100at Brooklyn NetsNov 25
- L121-133at Orlando MagicNov 22
- W113-111at Dallas MavericksNov 20
- L113-115at Miami HeatNov 18
- W140-132vs Miami HeatNov 15
- L107-124vs Orlando MagicNov 13
- W133-120vs Memphis GrizzliesNov 12
- W134-98vs Brooklyn NetsNov 9
- W137-114vs Minnesota TimberwolvesNov 6
- W119-102vs Washington WizardsNov 4
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
Box score
| Stat | New York Knicks | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 50-88 | 35-85 |
| Field goal % | 57 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 13-25 | 13-43 |
| Three-point % | 52 | 30 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 18-24 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 26 |
| Assists | 26 | 15 |
| Steals | 12 | 5 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 64 | 40 |
| Fouls | 22 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 31 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter89-68Ryan Kalkbrenner makes 1-foot alley oop dunk shot (Tre Mann assists)
- 3rd Quarter89-70Collin Sexton makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter91-70Jalen Brunson makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter91-71Collin Sexton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter91-72Collin Sexton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter93-72Jalen Brunson makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter93-74Miles Bridges makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter95-74Mikal Bridges makes 3-foot layup (Tyler Kolek assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-74Miles McBride makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mikal Bridges assists)
- 3rd Quarter98-75Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-76Brandon Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-77Brandon Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter98-80LaMelo Ball makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter100-80Mikal Bridges makes 8-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-80Jordan Clarkson makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter102-83Brandon Miller makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter104-83Jordan Clarkson makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter106-83Karl-Anthony Towns makes two point shot (Tyler Kolek assists)
- 4th Quarter106-84Kon Knueppel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter106-85Sion James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-86Sion James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter106-87LaMelo Ball makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter106-89Moussa Diabate makes 1-foot dunk (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 4th Quarter107-89Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-89Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter109-89Karl-Anthony Towns makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter112-89Josh Hart makes 27-foot jump bank shot (Jalen Brunson assists)
- 4th Quarter114-89Jalen Brunson makes 10-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter116-89Mikal Bridges makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter116-91Ryan Kalkbrenner makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter119-91Miles McBride makes 25-foot three point shot (Josh Hart assists)
- 4th Quarter119-92Sion James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-93Sion James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter121-93Tyler Kolek makes 13-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter121-95Kon Knueppel makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter124-95Mohamed Diawara makes 26-foot three pointer (Ariel Hukporti assists)
- 4th Quarter124-98Tre Mann makes 32-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter126-98Tyler Kolek makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Mohamed Diawara assists)
- 4th Quarter129-98Tyler Kolek makes 29-foot three point jumper (Mohamed Diawara assists)
- 4th Quarter129-101Tre Mann makes 31-foot three pointer
Win probability
Above the line favours Charlotte Hornets, below favours New York Knicks.
Venue
- Spectrum CenterCharlotte, NC
- Attendance19588
- OfficialsDavid Guthrie, Danielle Scott, Dannica Baroody
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