The NBA 2024-25 season kicked off last October, and since then, the Eastern and Western Conferences have been playing back-to-back matches in a hectic schedule. Each team has played around 68 matches out of a total of 82.
The New York Knicks are third in the Eastern Conference standings, with 42 wins and a 0.636 winning percentage.
Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets are in the 14th position with just 17 wins and a 0.254 winning percentage.
The Hornets will host the New York Knicks on Thursday, March 20th, 2025, at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. The game will tip off at 11:00 PM UK time.
Who will dominate Thursday’s match? Below, we give you the NBA 2024-25 season: Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks preview, lineup, form, and head-to-head stats.
Key Details
- Match Day and Date: Thursday, 20th March, 2025
- Time: 11:00 PM (UK Time)
- Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte
- Where to Watch in the UK: NBA App
Charlotte Hornets: Analysis and Team Preview
The Hornets are averaging around 110-115 points per game. Their offense is being led by LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges. LaMelo Ball, in particular, is in impressive form and leads the team ranking in points, steals, and assists.
The Hornets are trailing in the 14th position with 17–50 win-loss record this season. This positions them second last in the Eastern Conference with a 0.254 winning percentage, just above the Washington Wizards (0.227).
They are averaging 105.7 points per game (28th in the league) and have only 4.6 blocks per game (22nd in the League). This results in a net rating of -7.7.
Injuries have significantly impacted the Hornets’ season. Shooting forward Josh Okogie has been sidelined with a left hamstring strain and is undergoing rehabilitation, with a reevaluation expected in two weeks. Three players – point guard Tre Mann, shooting guard Brandon Miller, and point forward Grant Williams Tre Mann have been ruled out for the remainder of the season due to injuries. Star player LaMelo Ball is facing ankle issues on and off, leading to day-to-day status updates. The Hornets have been active in the transfer market because of increasing player injuries. In 2025 alone, they’ve made 10 transactions to bolster their team.
Roster
- Guards: Marcus Garrett (#28), Wendell Moore Jr. (#9), KJ Simpson (#25), Nick Smith Jr. (#8)
- Point Guards: LaMelo Ball (#1), Malachi Flynn (#22), Tre Mann (#23)
- Shooting Guard: Seth Curry (#30), Josh Green (#10), DaQuan Jeffries (#3)
- Centers: Mark Williams (#5), Jusuf Nurkic (#11),
- Forwards: Moussa Diabate (#14), Taj Gibson (#67), Brandon Miller (#24), Tidjane Salaun (#31)
- Point Forward: Grant Williams (#2)
- Shooting Forward: Josh Okogie(#12), Miles Bridges (#0)
Injury Report
- Shooting forward Josh Okogie has a hamstring injury and is expected to be out until at least 21 March.
- Point guard Tre Mann ruled out for the season following a back injury.
- Shooting guard Brandon Miller ruled out for the season following a wrist injury.
- Point Forward Grant Williams ruled out for the season following a knee injury.
2025 Transactions
March
- Signed G Marcus Garrett to a 10-day contract.
- Signed G Malachi Flynn to a 10-day contract.
February
- Signed G Elfrid Payton to a 10-day contract.
- Signed G Wendell Moore Jr. to a two-way contract.
- Waived G Isiah Wong.
- Signed guard Damion Baugh to a two-way contract.
- Signed G Elfrid Payton to a 10-day contract.
- Acquired C Jusuf Nurkić and a 2026 first-round pick from Phoenix Suns for F Cody Martin, G Vasa Micić, and a 2026 second-round pick.
- Acquired a 2029 second-round draft pick, originally belonging to the Phoenix Suns, from the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for a 2030 conditional second-round draft pick originally belonging to the Denver Nuggets.
January
- Acquired G Josh Okogie and three second-round draft picks from Phoenix in exchange for C Nick Richards and a second-round draft pick.
Leading Players
| Blocks (average per match) | Miles Bridges | 0.8 |
| Steals (average per match) | La-Melo Ball | 1.2 |
| Assists (average per match) | La-Melo Ball | 7.3 |
| Rebounds (average per match) | Miles Bridges | 7.9 |
| Points | La-Melo Ball | 25.6 |
Charlotte Hornets: Recent Results
- Lost to LA Clippers 88–123 (16 March)
- Won against San Antonio Spurs 134–145 (15 March)
- Lost to Atlanta Hawks 110–123 (13 March)
- Won against Miami Heat 105–102 (11 March)
- Won against Brooklyn Nets 105–102 (9 March)
New York Knicks: Analysis and Team Preview
The New York Knicks hold a promising 42–24 win-loss record this season. This positions them second in the Atlantic Division and third in the Eastern Conference behind the Cleveland Cavaliers and Boston Celtics.
The Knicks are averaging 116.7 points per game (6th in the league) but have only 3.9 blocks per game (29th in the League). This results in a net rating of +4.3.
The absence of star point guard Jalen Brunson due to an ankle injury has impacted their recent matches. Without Brunson, the Knicks’ offense has struggled, and they are averaging eight fewer points per game. However, despite the hurdle, the Knicks have had some notable victories, including a thrilling 114–113 overtime win against the Portland Trail Blazers, which was secured by Mikal Bridges’ three-pointer just before the buzzer.
Roster
- Guards: Pacome Dadiet (#4), Tyler Kolek (#13)
- Point Guards: Jalen Brunson (#11), Miles McBride (#2), Cameron Payne (#1)
- Shooting Guards: Josh Hart (#3), Landry Shamet (#44), Delon Wright (#0)
- Centers: Ariel Hukporti (#55), Mitchell Robinson (#23), Karl-Anthony Towns (#32)
- Forwards: MarJon Beauchamp (#14), Kevin McCullar Jr (#9), Anton Watson (#28)
- Point Forwards: Precious Achiuwa (#5), P.J. Tucker
- Shooting Forwards: OG Anunoby (#8), Mikal Bridges (#25)
Injury Report
- Point Guard Jalen Brunson has an ankle injury and is expected to be out through late March to early April.
- Center Ariel Hukporti has a torn meniscus in his left knee and will miss the next four to six weeks for the Knicks.
2025 Transactions
March
- Signed F P.J. Tucker to a 10-day contract.
- Signed F MarJon Beauchamp to a two-way contract.
- Claimed F Anton Watson off waivers.
February
- Recalled F Pacome Dadiet and G Tyler Kolek from the Westchester Knicks of the G League.
January
- Recalled C Ariel Hukporti and G Tyler Kolek from the Westchester Knicks of the G League.
- Assigned C Ariel Hukporti to the Westchester Knicks of the G League.
Leading Players
| Blocks (average per match) | OG Anunoby | 0.9 |
| Steals (average per match) | OG Anunoby | 1.4 |
| Assists (average per match) | Jalen Brunson | 7.4 |
| Rebounds (average per match) | Carl Anthony Town | 13.1 |
| Points | Jalen Brunson | 26.3 |
New York Knicks: Recent Results
- Lost to Golden State Warrior 94–97 (16 March)
- Won against Portland Trail Blazers 114–113 (13 March )
- Won against Sacramento Kings 133–104 (11 March)
- Lost to LA Clippers 95–105 (8 March)
- Lost to Los Angeles Lakers 109–113 (7 March)
NBA 2024-25 Season: Form Guide
| Charlotte Hornets | Stats | New York Knicks |
| 14th | Position | 3rd |
| 17 | Wins | 42 |
| 50 | Losses | 24 |
| 0.290 | Winning Percentage | 0.636 |
| 39.0 | Games Back | 13.5 |
| 9-33 | Conference Record | 28-13 |
| 10-24 | Home Record | 21-11 |
| 7-26 | Away Record | 21-13 |
| 3-7 | Record Last 10 Games | 5-5 |
| L1 | Current Streak | L1 |
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks: Season Averages Per Game
| Charlotte Hornets | Stats | New York Knicks |
| 105.7 | Points | 116.7 |
| 45.5 | Rebounds | 43.0 |
| 24.3 | Assists | 27.2 |
| 7.8 | Steals | 7.9 |
| 4.6 | Blocks | 3.9 |
| 15.4 | Turnovers | 13.3 |
| 42.7 | Field Goal% | 48.8 |
| 33.8 | 3 Point Field Goal% | 36.9 |
| 78.5 | Free Throws% | 80.3 |
| 44.3 | Points in the Paint | 52.9 |
| 12.3 | Second Chance Points | 14.4 |
| 17.0 | Fast Break Points | 15.5 |
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks: Head-to-Head
The Knicks and Hornets have played against each other 127 times in the regular season with 70 victories for Knicks and 57 for the Hornets. The Knicks have won 10 times in their last fifteen matches while the Hornets have won five games.
Recent head-to-head results:
- 6 December 2024: Knicks 125 – 101 Hornets
- 30 November 2024: Hornets 98 – 99 Knicks (NBA Cup, group stage)
- 16 October 2024: Knicks 111 – 105 Hornets (Preseason)
- 7 October 2024: Hornets 109 – 111 Knicks (Preseason)
- 30 January 2024: Hornets 92 – 113 Knicks
Currently, the Knicks are in excellent form and are third in the Eastern Conference standings. However, the Hornets have center Mark Williams and power forward Miles Bridges, who are leading the team stats, so punters should be prepared for a close match.
Odds as per 7bet
| Hornets (1) | x | Knicks (2) |
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