Charlotte Hornets vs Phoenix Suns Picks and Predictions for Thursday, November 12, 2026

The Charlotte Hornets, sitting at 4-7 and third in the Southeast Division, visit the Phoenix Suns, 4-6 and third in the Pacific, on Thursday at Mortgage Matchup Center with the start at 9:00 pm ET. The Hornets defeated Cleveland 124-112 on Monday, snapping a six-game losing streak. Phoenix beat the Los Angeles Clippers 133-110 on Tuesday. Charlotte has won just one of five, while Phoenix has three wins in its last five. The Hornets are 1-3 on the road, and the Suns are 4-3 at home. Check out our free NBA picks for more Thursday basketball predictions.

Charlotte Hornets Looking to Build on Monday's Win

Charlotte finally snapped its losing streak at six with a 124-112 victory over Cleveland at home. The Hornets led by as many as 33 points during the third quarter, but nearly squandered it all away. Cleveland was as close as eight deep into the fourth quarter, before the Hornets ending up winning by 12. Grayson Allen led the Hornets with 27 points, while Naz Reid added 25 points and 13 rebounds. Charlotte also hit 23 three-pointers, a surprising performance for one of the league's poorest outside shooting teams. The Hornets had lost their previous four games by a combined 88 points.

Brandon Miller leads Charlotte in scoring with 20.6 points per game, followed by Reid with 17.4. Moussa Diabate averages a team-high 9.1 rebounds, while Dennis Schroder leads in assists with 4.9. The Hornets average just 98.8 points per game while allowing 110.4. Charlotte is shooting only 40% from the field and 30.8% from beyond the arc. Scoring consistently remains the biggest problem.

Injuries: Kon Knueppel and Dennis Schroder are out. Brandon Miller, Moussa Diabate and Grant Williams are questionable.

Phoenix Suns Looking for Another Home Win 

Phoenix had one of its better offensive performances on Tuesday, beating the Los Angeles Clippers 133-110. The Suns led by 17 at halftime and stretched the lead to 32 points during the third quarter. Jordan Goodwin returned after missing three games with a calf injury and led Phoenix with 18 points, hitting six three-pointers in just 14 minutes. Oso Ighodaro and Ryan Dunn each grabbed eight rebounds. Phoenix shot 51% from beyond the arc, making 22 three-pointers. The Suns have won three of their last four games, including victories over Houston and Orlando.

Devin Booker leads Phoenix in scoring with 26.0 points per game and assists with 4.8. Miles Bridges averages 15.8 points and a team-high 7.8 rebounds, while Dillon Brooks contributes 15.7 points. Phoenix scores 110.6 points per contest but gives up 118.1. The Suns shoot 46.3% from the field and 35.8% from three-point range. Defense remains a problem, but Phoenix has started finding more ways to score.

Injuries: Mark Williams is out.

Key To The Game

Charlotte needs to carry over its hot shooting from Monday, when the Hornets made 23 three-pointers against Cleveland. Phoenix answered with 22 of its own against the Clippers on Tuesday. Both teams have struggled defensively, so limiting open looks from beyond the arc could decide this matchup. Booker gives Phoenix an advantage offensively.

Charlotte Hornets vs Phoenix Suns Game Pick

• Phoenix Suns

Charlotte snapped a six-game losing streak Monday, but the Hornets still have plenty of problems offensively. Phoenix has won three of four and looked strong against the Clippers. Booker is averaging 26.0 points, and the Suns have several other players capable of contributing. Charlotte has won just once in four road games, while Phoenix has four victories at home. The Hornets could make things interesting if their outside shooting stays hot, but Phoenix has the better offense and more reliable scoring options. I'm taking the Suns.

Charlotte Hornets vs Phoenix Suns Over/Under Pick

• Under

Charlotte finally found its shooting touch against Cleveland, but the Hornets have struggled to score most of the season. Before putting up 124 points Monday, Charlotte had scored 104 or fewer in four straight games. Phoenix has been up and down offensively, scoring 133 against the Clippers after managing just 96 against San Antonio. The Suns can put points on the board, especially with Booker leading the way. But Charlotte's offense has been unreliable, particularly away from home. I'm leaning toward the under on Thursday.