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Denver Nuggets vs Charlotte Hornets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Denver Nuggets (5-4) visit the Charlotte Hornets (4-7) on Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET, at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC. TV: DAZN CHA. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Charlotte Hornets vs Denver Nuggets.

NBAThursday, January 7, 2027

Denver Nuggets5-4

7:00 PM ETJan 7, 2027

Charlotte Hornets4-7

DateJan 7, 2027

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueSpectrum Center, Charlotte, NC

TVDAZN CHA

Team comparison

Denver NuggetsCharlotte Hornets

Points per game

113.6

98.8

Points allowed per game

112.8

110.4

5-4Record4-7

4th in Northwest DivisionStanding3rd in Southeast Division

3-2Road record / home record3-4

LWWLWLast 5WLLLL

L1StreakW1

Team stats

Denver NuggetsCharlotte Hornets

L1StreakW1

Points Against

112.8

110.4

5-4Last Ten Games3-7

Points Per Game

113.6

98.8

Field Goal %

Three Point %

Rebounds Per Game

42.3

46.1

Assists Per Game

26.9

21.5

Blocks Per Game

3.8

4.6

Steals Per Game

9.6

7.2

Team Turnovers Per Game

0.9

1.3

Total Turnovers Per Game

14.1

19.0

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Denver Nuggets

Julian Strawther G · Knee - Sprain

Out

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

Recent form

Denver NuggetsLWWLW

Nov 9, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 100-110

Nov 7, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 114-102

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsW 128-109

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 110-118

Oct 30, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 127-120

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

Season series

Series starts 1/7

Jan 16, 2027CHA 0, DEN 0

Jan 7, 2027DEN 0, CHA 0

Team pages

Denver Nuggets
Schedule, roster and stats

Charlotte Hornets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Denver Nuggets vs Charlotte Hornets?

The game is on Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 7:00 PM ET at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.

How can I watch Denver Nuggets vs Charlotte Hornets?

TV: DAZN CHA.

What are the records of the Denver Nuggets and Charlotte Hornets?

Denver Nuggets: 5-4. Charlotte Hornets: 4-7.

Who is injured for Denver Nuggets vs Charlotte Hornets?

Listed out or doubtful: Denver Nuggets: Julian Strawther. Charlotte Hornets: Grant Williams, Kon Knueppel, Dennis Schroder. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Denver Nuggets vs Charlotte Hornets played?

Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.

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