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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder (8-2) visit the Charlotte Hornets (4-7) on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET, at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC. TV: KSBI, Thunder App. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Charlotte Hornets vs Oklahoma City Thunder.

NBAFriday, December 18, 2026
Oklahoma City Thunder logoOklahoma City Thunder8-2
7:00 PM ETDec 18, 2026
Charlotte Hornets logoCharlotte Hornets4-7
DateDec 18, 2026
Time7:00 PM ET
VenueSpectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
TVKSBI, Thunder App

Team comparison

Oklahoma City ThunderCharlotte Hornets
Points per game
112.2
98.8
Points allowed per game
104.2
110.4
8-2Record4-7
1st in Northwest DivisionStanding3rd in Southeast Division
3-2Road record / home record3-4
WWWWLLast 5WLLLL
W4StreakW1

Team stats

Oklahoma City ThunderCharlotte Hornets
W4StreakW1
Points Against
104.2
110.4
8-2Last Ten Games3-7
Points Per Game
112.2
98.8
Field Goal %
46
40
Three Point %
35
31
Rebounds Per Game
47.3
46.1
Assists Per Game
23.1
21.5
Blocks Per Game
5.9
4.6
Steals Per Game
8.1
7.2
Team Turnovers Per Game
1.2
1.3
Total Turnovers Per Game
13.2
19.0

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Oklahoma City Thunder
Jaylin Williams F · Back - Spasms
Out
Thomas Sorber C · Knee
Out
Cason Wallace G · Shoulder - Surgery
Out
Chet Holmgren C · Knee
Out
Jalen Williams G · Leg - Fracture
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

Oklahoma City ThunderWWWWL
Nov 7, 2026 · vs Washington WizardsW 114-75
Nov 6, 2026 · at Memphis GrizzliesW 128-97
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Cleveland CavaliersW 124-116
Nov 2, 2026 · at Cleveland CavaliersW 117-112
Oct 31, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 98-119
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 12/18
Mar 16, 2027CHA 0, OKC 0
Dec 18, 2026OKC 0, CHA 0

Team pages

Oklahoma City Thunder
Schedule, roster and statsCharlotte Hornets
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets?

The game is on Friday, December 18, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.

How can I watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets?

TV: KSBI, Thunder App.

What are the records of the Oklahoma City Thunder and Charlotte Hornets?

Oklahoma City Thunder: 8-2. Charlotte Hornets: 4-7.

Who is injured for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets?

Listed out or doubtful: Oklahoma City Thunder: Jaylin Williams, Thomas Sorber, Cason Wallace, Chet Holmgren. 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 Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets played?

Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.

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