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LA Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The LA Clippers (2-7) visit the Charlotte Hornets (4-7) on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC. TV: ClipperVision. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Charlotte Hornets vs LA Clippers.

NBAWednesday, December 16, 2026

LA Clippers2-7

7:00 PM ETDec 16, 2026

Charlotte Hornets4-7

DateDec 16, 2026

Time7:00 PM ET

VenueSpectrum Center, Charlotte, NC

TVClipperVision

Team comparison

LA ClippersCharlotte Hornets

Points per game

112.4

98.8

Points allowed per game

116.4

110.4

2-7Record4-7

4th in Pacific DivisionStanding3rd in Southeast Division

0-4Road record / home record3-4

WLLLLLast 5WLLLL

W1StreakW1

Team stats

LA ClippersCharlotte Hornets

W1StreakW1

Points Against

116.4

110.4

2-7Last Ten Games3-7

Points Per Game

112.4

98.8

Field Goal %

Three Point %

Rebounds Per Game

40.9

46.1

Assists Per Game

26.6

21.5

Blocks Per Game

4.2

4.6

Steals Per Game

9.9

7.2

Team Turnovers Per Game

0.7

1.3

Total Turnovers Per Game

19.1

19.0

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

LA Clippers

Cam Christie G · Ankle

Out

Yanic Konan Niederhauser C · Foot - Surgery

Out

Brandon Ingram F · Achilles - Surgery

Out

Bradley Beal G · Knee - Inflammation

Out

Jordan Miller G · Shoulder - Surgery

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

LA ClippersWLLLL

Nov 8, 2026 · vs New Orleans PelicansW 139-123

Nov 4, 2026 · vs Miami HeatL 116-117

Nov 2, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsL 118-125

Nov 1, 2026 · at Golden State WarriorsL 112-124

Oct 30, 2026 · at Minnesota TimberwolvesL 101-127

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 11/15

Dec 16, 2026LAC 0, CHA 0

Nov 15, 2026CHA 0, LAC 0

Team pages

LA Clippers
Schedule, roster and stats

Charlotte Hornets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is LA Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets?

The game is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.

How can I watch LA Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets?

TV: ClipperVision.

What are the records of the LA Clippers and Charlotte Hornets?

LA Clippers: 2-7. Charlotte Hornets: 4-7.

Who is injured for LA Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets?

Listed out or doubtful: LA Clippers: Cam Christie, Yanic Konan Niederhauser, Brandon Ingram, Bradley Beal. 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 LA Clippers vs Charlotte Hornets played?

Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.

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