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Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Charlotte Hornets (4-7) visit the Orlando Magic (2-7) on Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Kia Center, Orlando, FL. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets.

NBAWednesday, December 23, 2026
Charlotte Hornets logoCharlotte Hornets4-7
7:00 PM ETDec 23, 2026
Orlando Magic logoOrlando Magic2-7
DateDec 23, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueKia Center, Orlando, FL

Team comparison

Charlotte HornetsOrlando Magic
Points per game
98.8
107.0
Points allowed per game
110.4
116.2
4-7Record2-7
3rd in Southeast DivisionStanding5th in Southeast Division
1-3Road record / home record0-4
WLLLLLast 5LLLLW
W1StreakL4

Team stats

Charlotte HornetsOrlando Magic
W1StreakL4
Points Against
110.4
116.2
3-7Last Ten Games2-7
Points Per Game
98.8
107.0
Field Goal %
40
45
Three Point %
31
34
Rebounds Per Game
46.1
41.9
Assists Per Game
21.5
26.4
Blocks Per Game
4.6
3.9
Steals Per Game
7.2
7.3
Team Turnovers Per Game
1.3
0.4
Total Turnovers Per Game
19.0
17.8

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Charlotte Hornets
Grant Williams F · Hamstring
Out
Kon Knueppel G · Hamstring - Strain
Out
Dennis Schroder G · Hamstring - Strain
Out
Brandon Miller F · Groin - Soreness
Day-To-Day
Moussa Diabate F · Quadriceps
Day-To-Day
Orlando Magic
Tristan da Silva F · Calf - Strain
Out
Jalen Suggs G · Knee
Out
Jonathan Isaac F · Knee - Not Specified
Out
Paolo Banchero F · Ankle - Sprain
Out
Noah Penda F · Hamstring - Strain
Out

Recent form

Charlotte HornetsWLLLL
Nov 9, 2026 · vs Cleveland CavaliersW 124-112
Nov 6, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsL 80-119
Nov 4, 2026 · at Brooklyn NetsL 104-114
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Detroit PistonsL 91-124
Oct 31, 2026 · vs Philadelphia 76ersL 104-109
Orlando MagicLLLLW
Nov 7, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 119-126
Nov 5, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsL 104-117
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Washington WizardsL 94-103
Nov 1, 2026 · vs Boston CelticsL 97-108
Oct 30, 2026 · at Toronto RaptorsW 121-114

Season series

Series starts 12/23
Feb 25, 2027CHA 0, ORL 0
Jan 25, 2027ORL 0, CHA 0
Dec 29, 2026ORL 0, CHA 0
Dec 23, 2026CHA 0, ORL 0

Team pages

Charlotte Hornets
Schedule, roster and statsOrlando Magic
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic?

The game is on Wednesday, December 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Kia Center, Orlando, FL.

What are the records of the Charlotte Hornets and Orlando Magic?

Charlotte Hornets: 4-7. Orlando Magic: 2-7.

Who is injured for Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic?

Listed out or doubtful: Charlotte Hornets: Grant Williams, Kon Knueppel, Dennis Schroder. Orlando Magic: Tristan da Silva, Jalen Suggs, Jonathan Isaac, Paolo Banchero. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Charlotte Hornets vs Orlando Magic played?

Kia Center, Orlando, FL.

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