There's no sign of last year's feel-good factor for the struggling Charlotte Hornets, and they're 6.5-point underdogs for a visit to the Phoenix Suns tonight.
With Kon Knueppel and Brandon Miller ruled out, Charlotte's league-worst offense could sink to new lows here, so my Hornets vs. Suns predictions favor a deeper Phoenix team that's won three of its last four games.
Dig into this Thursday, Nov. 12 matchup with my free NBA picks and betting tips.
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Hornets vs Suns prediction: Suns -6.5
The Phoenix Suns are finding their feet on this homestand, posting a 3-1 ATS mark in their last four games, and I can't trust a Charlotte Hornets team that's only covered the spread in one of their past seven outings.
The misfiring, depleted Charlotte offense is averaging just 98.8 PPG and was stuck in the mud even before Brandon Miller joined Kon Knueppel on the injury report. They're jacking up the most 3-pointers per game in the NBA, but only two teams make their triples at a lower rate.
In contrast, Phoenix takes care of the ball, has a starting lineup packed with willing scorers and can lean on a bench that's chipping in with almost 40 points a night (11th in the league). With the Suns' second unit poised to stretch the lead against Charlotte's overtaxed reserves, I'd play this up to -7.5 and 56%.
COVERS INTEL: Bank on extra possessions for Phoenix tonight. The Suns rank in the Top 10 in AST/TO rate (1.90), while the Hornets are last by a distance at 1.13.
Hornets vs Suns combo
All four of Phoenix's wins have come at Mortgage Matchup Center this season, and I'm expecting the hosts to add to that tally tonight against a Charlotte team that's lost three in a row on the road.
As always, Devin Booker holds the key to a solid Suns shooting night, and I love the Over on 1.5 triples. Booker has cashed this prop in seven straight outings, and he's attempted 36 3-pointers across his past five games.
Naz Reid is walking into all the volume he can handle here, with backcourt absences freeing up 3-point looks and a likely minutes restriction again for Cody White. Reid scored 25 points on 26 shots against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, and he's up to 37% from downtown.
Hornets vs Suns combo
- Suns moneyline
- Devin Booker Over 1.5 3-pointers
- Naz Reid Over 20.5 points
Hornets vs Suns player props
Hornets player prop: Moussa Diabate Over 8.5 rebounds
The Hornets will be counting on Moussa Diabate's energy to paper over a weakened rotation here. He's averaging 9.1 RPG this season, and he's cashed this Over in four of his last six outings.
Diabate grabbed 10 boards in his last matchup against the Suns, and Phoenix is vulnerable on the glass. The visitors rank last in the league with just 39.7 RPG.
Charlotte's heavy diet of 3-pointers creates long rebounds, and Diabate's athleticism will trouble Oso Ighodaro and Khaman Maluach. I'd bet this up to 9.5 at a better price, too.
Suns player prop: Collin Gillespie Over 3.5 assists
The Suns are starting games without a traditional point guard, but Collin Gillespie provides that kind of structure for the second unit and relieves the pressure on Booker when they share the floor. He dished eight dimes on Tuesday against the LA Clippers, and he's averaging 4.4 APG so far this season.
With the Hornets turning to an inexperienced bench group, look for Gillespie's savvy playmaking to set up open shots for Luke Kennard, Ryan Dunn and Maluach, and I'd bet this up to 54%.
- Top picks: 4-5, +0.35 units
- Combos: 1-7, -2.25 units
- Props: 8-4, +1.40 units
Hornets vs Suns odds
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- Spread: Hornets +6.5 | Suns -6.5
- Over/Under: Over 214.5 | Under 214.5
- Moneyline: Hornets 34% | Suns 67%
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Hornets vs Suns trend
The Suns are 6-3-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings between these teams. Find more NBA betting trends.
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How to watch Hornets vs Suns
| Location | Mortgage Matchup Center, Phoenix, AZ |
| Date | Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026 |
| Tip off | 9:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | Suns Live, Arizona's Family 3TV |
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