The Oklahoma City Thunder, boasting an impressive record of 30 wins and 6 losses, are set to extend their three-game home winning streak as they welcome the Charlotte Hornets, currently at 12 wins and 23 losses, on January 5, 2026. The game will take place at the Paycom Center, kicking off at 8 p.m. ET.
Fans looking to catch the matchup can do so via streaming on Fubo, with additional options available through FDSSE and FDSOK channels. For those interested in attending the game live, tickets can be purchased through StubHub.
As the teams prepare for the clash, the betting odds, provided by BetMGM, will be an important factor for viewers and fans alike.
In terms of injuries, the Thunder will have a few key players on the sidelines. Ousmane Dieng and Isaiah Hartenstein are both listed as day-to-day due to calf injuries. Nikola Topic is out with a groin issue, while Thomas Sorber is sidelined for the season with a knee injury. Jaylin Williams will also miss this game due to a heel problem.
On the other side, the Hornets are dealing with their own injury concerns. Ryan Kalkbrenner is out due to an elbow injury, whereas Grant Williams is out for the season with an ACL injury. Meanwhile, Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel, Tidjane Salaun, and Moussa Diabate are all marked as probable, signaling a potential return to the lineup.
Statistically, the Thunder lead the scoring with an average of 121.9 points per game, which is slightly higher than the 118.5 points they give up. In contrast, the Hornets have an average of 115.8 points per game, but they tend to struggle defensively, allowing 107.2 points on average to their opponents.
As both teams gear up for this exciting matchup, fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how the game unfolds, especially with the varying injury statuses and competitive scoring averages coming into play.