Friday, February 6, 2026 at 1:00 AM
CHA
Charlotte
VS
5.9Worth It
HOU
Houston
Surging Hornets Face Rockets in Houston
The Charlotte Hornets, on a 7-game winning streak, travel to Houston to face the fourth-ranked Rockets in the West. Led by LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, the Hornets aim to close in on a play-in spot, while the Rockets, despite missing Fred VanVleet, look to solidify their top-4 position.
Best for: Hornets fans following their play-in push and those who enjoy watching young stars clash.
Score Breakdown
Stakes29/30
Star Power6/15
Performances/20
Clutch Factor/35
Standout Players
LaMelo Ball(Hornets)-
Brandon Miller(Hornets)-
Alperen Sengun(Rockets)-
Miles Bridges(Hornets)-
Key Factors
- •Can the Hornets continue their incredible winning streak and close in on the play-in tournament?
- •How will the Rockets manage without Fred VanVleet against a surging Hornets team?
- •Will Brandon Miller continue his offensive dominance for the Hornets?
- •Can Alperen Sengun repeat his dominant performance after being snubbed from the All-Star Game?
