Apr 3, 2026; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA;  Charlotte Hornets Honeybees practice during pregame warm ups against the Phoenix Suns at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images
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Hornets vs Suns Prediction 11/12/2026 NBA Picks Today

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Charlotte vs Phoenix Odds and Matchup Info
MATCHUP Charlotte Hornets Phoenix Suns
Team Records 4-7 4-6
Spread +6.5 -112 -6.5 -108
Moneyline +201 -244
Total Over 214.5 (-113) Under 214.5 (-107)
Where Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ
When Thursday, November 12, 2026
Time 09:00 PM EST
TV Suns Live

Hornets vs Suns Prediction


I considered the Hornets and the points because they’re coming off a huge win over the Cavs, and they’re getting Grant Williams back from injury. The Suns have also underachieved up to this point, and I’m not thrilled to lay points with them. However, the Hornets are 30th in points per game and offensive field goal percentage. The Hornets are also 30th in defensive three-point percentage.

Even with a win over the Cavs, this has been a bad team up to this point. Also, the Suns are 3-0 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last 3 games as a favorite. We can say the Suns haven’t lived up to the bill, but they have taken care of business in spots like this. Also, maybe that win over the Cavs creates a letdown spot for the Hornets. I don’t love it, but I’m going to lay the points with the Suns at home on Thursday.

Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview


The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Celtics, beat the Cavs, and they play the Clippers next. The Hornets have lost 6 of their last 7 games. The Hornets are 1-3 SU on the road, 3-4 SU at home, and 4-7 ATS on the season.

The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 98.9 points per game on 40 percent shooting and allowing 110.4 points per game on 47.8 percent shooting. Brandon Miller is averaging 20.6 points and 2.2 assists per game. Naz Reid is averaging 17.4 points and 8.5 rebounds per game. Grayson Allen is averaging 15.3 points and 3 assists per game. Dennis Schroder is averaging 10.2 points and 3.6 rebounds per game. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 30.8 percent from beyond the arc and 82.4 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 40.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.1 rebounds per game.

Phoenix Suns Betting Preview


The Phoenix Suns beat the Clippers, lost to the Spurs, and they play the Lakers next. The Suns have lost 10 of their last 17 games. The Suns are 0-3 SU on the road, 4-3 SU at home, and 3-7 ATS on the season.

The Phoenix Suns are averaging 112.8 points per game on 47.2 percent shooting and allowing 118.1 points per game on 47 percent shooting. Devin Booker is averaging 25.1 points and 2.7 rebounds per game. Miles Bridges is averaging 15 points and 7.4 rebounds per game. Dillon Brooks is averaging 14.9 points and 3.9 rebounds per game. Jalen Green is averaging 11.8 points and 3.3 rebounds per game. The Phoenix Suns are shooting 37.6 percent from beyond the arc and 77.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Phoenix Suns are allowing 37.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39.7 rebounds per game.

Hornets vs Suns Injury Report


The Suns are without Mark Williams due to shoulder surgery.

Moussa Diabate is probable for the Hornets despite a quad injury. Kon Knueppel is out with a hamstring injury. Brandon Miller is out with a hip strain. Dennis Schroder is out with a hamstring injury. Grant Williams is probable despite a hamstring injury.

Why the Phoenix Suns will win

  • The Hornets have lost each of their last 12 games as underdogs against Pacific Division opponents following a win.
  • The Suns have won each of their last five games against the Hornets at Mortgage Matchup Center.
  • The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 12 games as underdogs against Pacific Division opponents following a win.
  • The Suns have covered the spread in each of their last four home games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
2026-27 NBA handicapper records, ranked by profit ($100 base bet).
RankCapperWonLostWin %Profit
1Jay Briggs382065.52%+1719
2John Ryan14382.35%+1080
3Sean Murphy211558.33%+428
4Stephen Nover9469.23%+427
5Jay Yang302455.56%+311

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Why the Charlotte Hornets will win

  • The Suns have lost seven of their last eight games following a win.
  • The Hornets have won seven of their last eight night games against Western Conference opponents.
  • The Suns have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games as home favorites following a win.
  • The Hornets have covered the spread in each of their last six Thursday games.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of the Hornets’ last six games as road underdogs have gone UNDER the total points line.
  • Seven of the Suns’ last eight home games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.

Phoenix Suns Player Facts

  • Collin Gillespie ranks 5th amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (3.0) this season.
  • Khaman Maluach ranks 20th amongst qualified players for rebounds per 36 minutes (11.6) this season.

Charlotte Hornets Player Facts

  • Ryan Kalkbrenner ranks 11th amongst qualified players for blocks per 36 minutes (2.4) this season.

Matchup/League Facts

  • The Suns rank 30th in the league for rebound percentage this season (46.1%).
  • The Suns rank 29th for second-chance points (134) this season.
  • The Hornets rank 1st in the league for offensive rebounds per game this season (15.0).
  • The Hornets rank 1st in the league for opponent offensive rebounds per game this season (8.9).

Randy Chambers's Pick: Phoenix -6.5

2026-27 NBA handicapper records, ranked by profit ($100 base bet).
RankCapperWonLostWin %Profit (per $100 bet)
1Jay Briggs382065.52%+1719
2John Ryan14382.35%+1080
3Sean Murphy211558.33%+428
4Stephen Nover9469.23%+427
5Jay Yang302455.56%+311
6Big Al McMordie231954.76%+221
7Ron Romanelli171454.84%+169
8Matt Conley786953.06%+152
9VIP Sports Syndicate121054.55%+87
10Damian Sosh141253.85%+80

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