NEWSLETTER
The Philadelphia 76ers (46-22) will attempt to continue a six-game winning streak when visiting the Charlotte Hornets (22-49) on Friday, March 17, 2023 at Spectrum Center. This game is at 7:00 PM ET on BSSE and NBCS-PH+.
Their last time out, the 76ers won on Wednesday 118-109 over the Cavaliers. The Hornets enter this game following a 120-104 loss to the Cavaliers on Tuesday. Joel Embiid’s team-leading 36 points paced the 76ers in the victory. The Hornets got a team-best 28 points from Kelly Oubre Jr. in the loss.
When is 76ers vs. Hornets and when does it start?
This contest between the 76ers and Hornets will go down on Friday, March 17, 2023. You can expect the opening tip at 7:00 PM ET.
Where to Watch 76ers vs. Hornets
The 76ers and Hornets will take to the hardwood at Spectrum Center for this matchup on March 17, and if you want to see the event live, get your tickets now from Vivid Seats!
What channel is the game on?
You can catch this game live on BSSE, NBCS-PH+.
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76ers vs. Hornets Game Preview
76ers Stats, Odds & Insights
This season, the 76ers have won 35 out of the 48 games, or 72.9%, in which they’ve been favored.
The 76ers connect on 12.8 three-pointers per game (ninth-most in the league) at a 39% rate (first in the NBA), compared to the 11.6 per game their opponents make at a 35% rate.
The 76ers’ offense has been much worse in home games (115 PPG) compared to road games (115.2 PPG). Meanwhile, their defense has been better in home games (109.3 PPG allowed) compared to away games (112.3 PPG allowed).
In their last 10 games, the 76ers have been putting up 119.8 points per game, an average that’s a little higher than the 115.1 they’ve scored over the course of the 2022-23 season.
Hornets Stats, Odds & Insights
The Hornets put up 111.6 points per game (26th in league) while allowing 117.5 per outing (23rd in NBA). They have a -415 scoring differential and have been outscored by 5.9 points per game.
Beyond the arc, the Hornets are 25th in the NBA in 3-pointers made per game (10.7). They are second-worst in 3-point percentage at 33%.
In 2022-23 the Hornets are averaging fewer points at home (110.7 per game) than away (112.5). But they also are giving up fewer points at home (116.1) than away (118.8).
The Hornets are putting up 105.6 points per game in their previous 10 games, which is six fewer points than their average for the season (111.6).
76ers Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joel Embiid | 55 | 33.5 | 10.2 | 4.1 | 1.1 | 1.7 | 1.1 |
| James Harden | 51 | 21.9 | 6.2 | 10.8 | 1.2 | 0.5 | 2.9 |
| Tyrese Maxey | 49 | 19.9 | 2.8 | 3.4 | 0.8 | 0.1 | 2.4 |
| Tobias Harris | 63 | 14.6 | 5.8 | 2.5 | 1 | 0.6 | 1.7 |
| De’Anthony Melton | 65 | 10.1 | 4.1 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 0.6 | 2.1 |
Hornets Key Players to Watch
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 36 | 23.3 | 6.4 | 8.4 | 1.3 | 0.3 | 4 |
| Terry Rozier | 60 | 21.5 | 4.2 | 5.1 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 2.7 |
| Kelly Oubre Jr. | 45 | 20.6 | 5.4 | 1.1 | 1.3 | 0.4 | 2.3 |
| P.J. Washington | 66 | 15.2 | 4.9 | 2.3 | 0.9 | 1.1 | 2 |
| Gordon Hayward | 45 | 14.4 | 4.3 | 4 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 1.1 |
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