76ers vs. Hornets Prediction, Odds & How to Watch – Saturday, March 28

Saturday evening at Spectrum Center brings a pivotal Eastern Conference showdown as the Philadelphia 76ers visit the Charlotte Hornets. Both teams are separated by just a game in the standings, making this matchup crucial for playoff positioning.

Philadelphia enters on a high after a 157‑137 demolition of the Bulls, highlighted by Joel Embiid’s 35 points in his return, Paul George’s 28, and VJ Edgecombe’s 22. The Sixers tied a season high with 22 made threes, showcasing their offensive ceiling.

Charlotte, meanwhile, snapped the Knicks’ seven‑game win streak with a 114‑103 victory, led by Kon Knueppel’s near triple‑double and strong contributions from LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. With the season series tied 1‑1, this game will decide the head‑to‑head tiebreaker, adding extra weight to an already high‑stakes contest.

Best Bet for 76ers vs. Hornets

Best Bet: Charlotte Hornets -5.5 (-110 ) at BetMGM Sportsbook

Charlotte has been one of the hottest teams in the East, winning five straight and covering in each of those games. Their home dominance is notable, going 10‑1 ATS in their last 11 at Spectrum Center.

Philadelphia, while surging offensively, has struggled ATS in March (5‑14‑1) and faces uncertainty with Tyrese Maxey and Kelly Oubre Jr. both questionable. Historically, the Sixers have owned this matchup (11‑1 SU in their last 12 against Charlotte).

But the Hornets’ current form and balanced scoring trio of Knueppel, Ball, and Miller tilt the edge. Charlotte’s defense has also tightened, with nine of their last 13 games going UNDER. Given the trends and injury concerns for Philly, backing Charlotte -5.5 is the best bet.

Same‑Game Parlay Picks

3‑Leg SGP (Safer)

Joel Embiid Over 28.5 Points
Kon Knueppel Over 20.5 Points
Charlotte Hornets Moneyline

Combined Odds: +275

This safer parlay leans on both teams’ stars. Embiid should continue his scoring dominance, while Knueppel has emerged as Charlotte’s engine. Pairing those with a Hornets win ties the legs together.

Longshot SGP

LaMelo Ball Over 22.5 Points
Paul George Over 24.5 Points
Over 232.5 Total Points

Combined Odds: +650

This longshot parlay banks on offensive fireworks. Ball and George are capable of big scoring nights, and if both hit their overs, the pace should push the total past 232.5.

76ers vs. Hornets Odds & Top Player Props

Main Odds Table

Team	Spread	Moneyline	Total
Philadelphia 76ers	+5.5 (-110)	+188	O 232.5 (-110)
Charlotte Hornets	-5.5 (-110)	-220	U 232.5 (-110)

Player Props

Joel Embiid points O/U 28.5 (-118)
Kon Knueppel points O/U 20.5 (-115)
LaMelo Ball points O/U 22.5 (-110)

Odds updated: March 28, 2026 – 1:00 p.m. ET. Lines may move throughout the day.

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Trends to Know for 76ers vs. Hornets

Philadelphia is 11‑1 SU in its last 12 against Charlotte.
Philadelphia is 13‑2 SU in its last 15 road games against Charlotte.
Charlotte is 5‑0 SU and ATS in its last 5 games.
Charlotte is 10‑1 ATS in its last 11 home games.
The total has gone UNDER in 9 of Charlotte’s last 13 games.
The total has gone OVER in 8 of Philadelphia’s last 11 road games.

Latest Injuries & NBA Injury Report

Team	Player	Injury	Status
Philadelphia 76ers	Tyrese Maxey	Right finger tendon strain	Questionable
Philadelphia 76ers	Kelly Oubre Jr.	Left elbow sprain	Questionable
Philadelphia 76ers	Johni Broome	Right knee surgery recovery	Out
Charlotte Hornets	Tidjane Salaün	Left calf strain	Out

What time is 76ers vs. Hornets?

The 76ers vs. Hornets game tips off at 6:00 p.m. ET on Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Where is 76ers vs. Hornets being played?

The matchup will be played at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina.

How can I watch 76ers vs. Hornets on TV and live stream?

Fans can catch the game on NBC Sports Philadelphia, with streaming available through the listed TV partners.

Game Info Table

Detail	Info
Date	March 28, 2026
Time	6:00 p.m. ET
Arena	Spectrum Center
TV/Streaming	NBC Sports

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