April 7, 2026Updated 2:07 pm EDT
A pair of hot teams hit the court when the Boston Celtics (53-25) host the Charlotte Hornets (43-36) on April 7, 2026. The Celtics will put their three-game win streak on the line against the Hornets, winners of four straight.
How to watch Charlotte Hornets vs. Boston CelticsCharlotte vs. Boston odds
Injury reportsCeltics
No injuries listed
Hornets
Coby White: Probable (Groin),
PJ Hall: Out (Ankle)
Stats to know
The 114.6 points per game the Celtics score are only 3.3 more points than the Hornets surrender (111.3).
The Hornets’ 116.5 points-per-game average is 9.5 more points than the 107.0 the Celtics allow.
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