The Philadelphia 76ers will be without the talents of Joel Embiid and Paul George tonight, but they’re still well-placed to continue their dominance over the Charlotte Hornets, whom they've beaten 10 straight times.
However, my 76ers vs. Hornets predictions expect Brandon Miller to ball out for the hosts in what could boil down to a backcourt battle.
Let's take a closer look at this January 26 clash with my NBA picks and betting tips.
76ers vs Hornets prediction
76ers vs Hornets best bet: Brandon Miller Over 20.5 points (-105)
The Charlotte Hornets are 7-6 in their last 13 games, and their young core is showing flashes of promise. That includes steady production from Brandon Miller, and he’s my top target for tonight’s clash with the 76ers.
Miller has been on a tear over the past two weeks, and he’s gone past this O/U number in five of his last six outings, headlined by a 28-point effort against the Golden State Warriors. His 3-point shooting has been a contributing factor in his surge, with Miller making 17 of his past 42 triples, and he should benefit again from the hosts’ improving offense.
With a 21 PPG average at home, Miller is showing that he can fit alongside LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel, and this is a favorable matchup against a Philadelphia 76ers team missing Embiid’s presence in the paint. The Hornets have shot better than 50% from the field in their last two contests, and there’s something brewing here for Charles Lee’s squad.
While Charlotte’s offense can sometimes slide into too much LaMelo usage, Miller has finished with 15+ field goal attempts in nine of his 12 contests this month. If that trend holds up, he’s got a clear path to this Over.
76ers vs Hornets same-game parlay
The 76ers are 4-1 ATS in their past five visits to Charlotte, and we’re going to see a lot of Tyrese Maxey and VJ Edgecombe here against a Hornets backcourt that’s unlikely to slow them down. Philadelphia is 12-7 SU on the road, and 24-18-2 ATS overall this season.
Speaking of perimeter struggles, LaMelo is no lockdown defender, but he’s willing to gamble on steals. He’s recorded six swipes across his last four outings and, with the 76ers going deeper into their bench tonight, look for Ball to cash in.
76ers vs Hornets SGP
- Brandon Miller Over 20.5 points
- 76ers +2
- LaMelo Ball Over 0.5 steals
Our "from downtown" SGP: Maxey on the mark
Count on Maxey to make some noise. He’s shooting 38% from downtown in January, and he knocked down three 3-pointers against the New York Knicks on Saturday. With Philly missing key scorers, he’ll have a neon green light, and he’s nailed this Over in 12 of his last 20 games.
76ers vs Hornets SGP
- Brandon Miller Over 20.5 points
- 76ers +2
- LaMelo Ball Over 0.5 steals
- Tyrese Maxey Over 3.5 3-pointers
76ers vs Hornets odds
- Spread: 76ers +2 | Hornets -2
- Moneyline: 76ers +102 | Hornets -125
- Over/Under: Over 228.5 | Under 228.5
76ers vs Hornets betting trend to know
The Hornets are just 8-13 SU at home this season. Find more NBA betting trends for 76ers vs. Hornets.
How to watch 76ers vs Hornets
| Location | Spectrum Sportsnet, Charlotte, NC |
| Date | Monday, January 26, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 3:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | FDSN SE-CHA, NBCS-Philadelphia |
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