The Charlotte Hornets played against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center on Monday, January 5, 2026. The Hornets won the game with a score of 124-97. This game marked a significant win for the Hornets, who are 12th in the Eastern Conference standings.
Brandon Miller was a standout player for the Hornets, scoring 28 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. Miles Bridges also contributed with 17 points and 11 rebounds. The Hornets’ strong shooting performance, especially from beyond the arc, helped secure their victory against the Thunder.
The game started evenly with both teams scoring 33 points in the first quarter. However, the Hornets pulled ahead in the second quarter, scoring 34 points while holding the Thunder to just 17. This gave the Hornets a strong lead going into halftime.
In the third quarter, Charlotte continued to dominate, scoring 32 points compared to Oklahoma City’s 21. The Thunder tried to fight back in the final quarter, scoring 26 points, but the Hornets maintained their lead with 25 points. The Hornets’ shooting accuracy played a big role, as they shot 52.6% from the field and 51.4% from three-point range.
Brandon Miller was a standout player for the Charlotte Hornets. He scored 28 points and grabbed 6 rebounds. His shooting was solid, making 8 of his 16 shots.
Miles Bridges also contributed significantly to the Hornets’ win. He secured a double-double with 17 points and 11 rebounds. Bridges also added 4 assists to his performance.
On the Oklahoma City Thunder side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led with 21 points and 6 assists. Jalen Williams added 16 points and 4 assists. Chet Holmgren contributed 15 points and 6 rebounds in the game.
What’s Next
The Charlotte Hornets improved their record to 12-23 with their win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. This victory keeps them in the 12th spot in the Eastern Conference standings. While they are still far from the top, each win helps in their effort to climb up the standings.
The Oklahoma City Thunder remain at the top of the Western Conference with a 30-6 record. Despite the loss, their strong season record keeps them in the first position. They continue to lead the conference, showing their dominance this season.
The Charlotte Hornets will play their next game on Wednesday, January 07, at home against the Toronto Raptors. The game will be at Spectrum Center. The following day, Thursday, January 08, they will face the Indiana Pacers, also at home.
The Oklahoma City Thunder will host the Utah Jazz on Wednesday, January 07, at Paycom Center. Their next game after that will be against the Memphis Grizzlies on Friday, January 09, at FedExForum. They will return home to face the Miami Heat on Sunday, January 11.
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