NBA · Final

Hornets Defeat Knicks 114-103 at Spectrum Center

New York Knicks48-26

103

Charlotte Hornets39-34

114

Thursday, March 26, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Spectrum Center

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Quick answers

Who won New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets?

Charlotte Hornets beat New York Knicks 114-103 at Spectrum Center on March 26, 2026.

Who was favored in New York Knicks vs Charlotte Hornets?

Charlotte Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.

In an exciting NBA matchup, the Charlotte Hornets secured a 114-103 victory over the New York Knicks at Spectrum Center. This win marks the Hornets' fourth consecutive victory, showcasing their strong form as they aim for a playoff push. With this result, Charlotte improved their record to 40-34, while New York fell to 48-27.

The Hornets have been in impressive form, winning seven of their last ten games with an average of 118.3 points scored and 106.1 points allowed. Their recent performances include significant wins against teams like the Sacramento Kings, Memphis Grizzlies, and Orlando Magic, all of whom they defeated by substantial margins. In their last five games, Charlotte averaged 125.2 points while allowing just 104.6, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance.

On the other hand, the Knicks, despite their strong season record, have faced challenges recently, winning eight of their last ten but currently on a seven-game winning streak. They averaged 119.7 points scored and 108.6 points allowed during this stretch. Notable recent victories include a high-scoring win against the Washington Wizards and a narrow victory over the Brooklyn Nets.

Historically, the Knicks have had the upper hand in their matchup against the Hornets, leading the series 2-1 this season. In their previous encounters, Charlotte managed to win once, but New York claimed victories in both of their earlier meetings this season, including a decisive 129-101 win in Charlotte on November 27, 2025.

In terms of injuries, both teams had key players listed as day-to-day. The Hornets were without Brandon Miller and PJ Hall, while the Knicks had Mohamed Diawara and Jalen Brunson listed with injuries. The status of these players could have influenced the game dynamics, but both teams adjusted well to their respective absences.

The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that the Hornets were favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 224.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, showcasing the expectation of a close game.

The conditions at Spectrum Center were favorable for basketball, with a lively crowd supporting the Hornets throughout the game. This home-court advantage likely played a role in Charlotte's performance, as they maintained a strong home record of 24-14 for the season.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. In the fourth quarter, LaMelo Ball made crucial free throws to extend the Hornets' lead, while Josh Hart attempted to keep the Knicks in contention with timely shots. Ultimately, Charlotte's ability to execute down the stretch allowed them to secure the win.

Fans watching the game were treated to a showcase of skill and determination, with both teams displaying their strengths. The Hornets' recent form and home advantage proved decisive in this matchup, while the Knicks will look to regroup and bounce back in their next outing.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CHA -2.5	224.5 o -105 / u -115	New York Knicks +110 · Charlotte Hornets -130

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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

PointsKon Knueppel26Charlotte Hornets
AssistsKon Knueppel8Charlotte Hornets
ReboundsKon Knueppel11Charlotte Hornets
PointsJalen Brunson26New York Knicks
AssistsJalen Brunson13New York Knicks
ReboundsJosh Hart7New York Knicks

Recent form

Charlotte Hornets

Last 10: 7-3Streak W4118.3 scored · 106.1 allowed per game4-1 at home

W134-90vs Sacramento KingsMar 24
W124-101vs Memphis GrizzliesMar 21
W130-111vs Orlando MagicMar 19
W136-106vs Miami HeatMar 17
L102-115at San Antonio SpursMar 14
W117-109at Sacramento KingsMar 12
W103-101at Portland Trail BlazersMar 11
L99-111at Phoenix SunsMar 9
L120-128vs Miami HeatMar 7
W118-89at Boston CelticsMar 5

New York Knicks

Last 10: 8-2Streak W7119.7 scored · 108.6 allowed per game4-2 away

W121-116vs New Orleans PelicansMar 24
W145-113vs Washington WizardsMar 22
W93-92at Brooklyn NetsMar 20
W136-110vs Indiana PacersMar 17
W110-107vs Golden State WarriorsMar 16
W101-92at Indiana PacersMar 13
W134-117at Utah JazzMar 12
L118-126at LA ClippersMar 10
L97-110at Los Angeles LakersMar 8
W142-103at Denver NuggetsMar 7

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	42-82	41-78
Field goal %	51	53
Three-pointers	11-29	16-41
Three-point %	38	39
Free throws	8-9	16-20
Free throw %	89	80
Rebounds	24	43
Offensive rebounds	5	12
Defensive rebounds	19	31
Assists	26	28
Steals	8	5
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	10	16
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	17
Fast-break points	7	15
Points in the paint	48	44
Fouls	21	19
Largest lead	2	21
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	0	97

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter64-78Kon Knueppel makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter66-78Mikal Bridges makes 12-foot jumper (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter66-81Kon Knueppel makes 30-foot three point jumper (Miles Bridges assists)
3rd Quarter68-81Josh Hart makes layup (Jalen Brunson assists)
3rd Quarter68-83Miles Bridges makes driving layup (Kon Knueppel assists)
3rd Quarter70-83Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup
3rd Quarter70-85Kon Knueppel makes 10-foot pullup jump shot (Brandon Miller assists)
3rd Quarter72-85Jalen Brunson makes 11-foot two point shot
3rd Quarter74-85Jalen Brunson makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot (Josh Hart assists)
3rd Quarter74-86Grant Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter74-87Grant Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter76-87Jordan Clarkson makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter76-89Kon Knueppel makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter76-90Coby White makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter76-91Coby White makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter76-94Grant Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Coby White assists)
4th Quarter77-94Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter78-94Karl-Anthony Towns makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter81-94OG Anunoby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mohamed Diawara assists)
4th Quarter81-97Brandon Miller makes 22-foot three point jumper (Moussa Diabate assists)
4th Quarter83-97Karl-Anthony Towns makes driving layup
4th Quarter83-99Moussa Diabate makes 1-foot dunk (Grant Williams assists)
4th Quarter83-102Coby White makes 24-foot three point jumper (Moussa Diabate assists)
4th Quarter83-104Brandon Miller makes 1-foot running dunk (Moussa Diabate assists)
4th Quarter86-104Mikal Bridges makes 26-foot three point jumper (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter88-104Mikal Bridges makes 2-foot running dunk (Josh Hart assists)
4th Quarter90-104Josh Hart makes running layup (Mikal Bridges assists)
4th Quarter90-105Kon Knueppel makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-108Kon Knueppel makes 23-foot three point jumper (Miles Bridges assists)
4th Quarter92-108Jalen Brunson makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter93-108Jalen Brunson makes free throw 1 of 1
4th Quarter95-108Josh Hart makes 21-foot step back jumpshot (Jalen Brunson assists)
4th Quarter98-108Josh Hart makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mitchell Robinson assists)
4th Quarter98-109LaMelo Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter98-110LaMelo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter101-110Josh Hart makes 26-foot running pullup jump shot
4th Quarter101-112Miles Bridges makes 1-foot driving dunk
4th Quarter103-112Josh Hart makes driving layup (OG Anunoby assists)
4th Quarter103-113LaMelo Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-114LaMelo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2