The Charlotte Hornets will face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in a matchup highlighting contrasting fortunes this season. The Hornets enter the game with a record of 18-51, struggling in the Eastern Conference with a conference record of 10-34. They are currently on a one-game winning streak, but have faced significant challenges throughout the season, including injuries to key players.
In stark contrast, the Thunder boast an impressive 57-12 record, leading their division and riding a four-game winning streak. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been a standout performer for Oklahoma City, averaging 33 points per game, while Isaiah Hartenstein leads the team in rebounds with 11.1 per game. As both teams prepare for this encounter, the Thunder will look to maintain their dominant form, while the Hornets aim to build on their recent success.
Charlotte Hornets at Oklahoma City Thunder Game Information
Game Date: March 21, 2025
Game Time: 08:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Midwest Extra – Missouri, NBA League Pass Channel 4
Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Oklahoma City Thunder Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 57-12
Conference Record: 32-11
Division Record: 11-4
Streak: 4 win
Charlotte Hornets Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 18-51
Conference Record: 10-34
Division Record: 1-13
Streak: 1 win
Stat Leaders
Oklahoma City Thunder (57-12, #1 in division)
Points Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 33 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Isaiah Hartenstein, 11.11 RPG
Assists Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 6.2 APG
Steals Leader: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 1.77 SPG
Blocks Leader: Chet Holmgren, 2.48 BPG
Charlotte Hornets (18-51, #4 in division)
Points Leader: LaMelo Ball, 25.4 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Mark Williams, 10.11 RPG
Assists Leader: LaMelo Ball, 7.2 APG
Steals Leader: Josh Okogie, 2.71 SPG
Blocks Leader: Mark Williams, 1.28 BPG
Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
Jalen Williams – Hip (Out) – The Thunder listed Williams as Out on Friday’s (Mar. 21) game against the Hornets.
Ousmane Dieng – Calf (Day To Day) – The Thunder listed Dieng as Out on Friday’s (Mar. 21) game against the Hornets.
Cason Wallace – Shoulder (Day To Day) – The Thunder listed Wallace as Questionable on Friday’s (Mar. 21) game against the Hornets.
Luguentz Dort – Hip (Day To Day) – The Thunder listed Dort as Out on Friday’s (Mar. 21) game against the Hornets.
Nikola Topić – ACL (Out For Season) – Topic was spotted taking part in light shooting drills on the court prior to the Thunder’s 105-92 win over the Celtics last Sunday (Jan. 12), as per Clemente Almanza of USA Today.
Ajay Mitchell – Toe (Out) – The Thunder announced on Thursday (Feb. 6) that Mitchell has been sidelined since early January after suffering a turf toe sprain of his right big toe and undergoing surgery. There is no clear timetable yet for his return.
Charlotte Hornets Injury Report
Grant Williams – ACL (Out For Season) – The Hornets announced on Wednesday (Dec. 11) that Williams underwent successful surgery to repair multiple tears in his knee, including the ACL, per ESPN’s Shams Charania. He is expected to return in 9 to 12 months.
Brandon Miller – Wrist (Out For Season) – The Hornets announced Friday (Jan. 23) that Miller underwent surgery to repair a torn scapholunate ligament in his right wrist and will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season.
Josh Okogie – Hamstring (Out) – The Hornets announced on Monday (Mar. 3) that Okogie has continued the rehabilitation for his left hamstring strain. He has begun individual on court workouts and will be reevaluated in two weeks.
Marcus Garrett – Back (Day To Day) – Garrett did not play on Thursday’s (Mar. 20) game against New York.
Tidjane Salaün – Ankle (Day To Day) – Salaun did not play on Thursday’s (Mar. 20) game against New York.
Tre Mann – Back (Out For Season) – Mann has been ruled out for the rest of the 2024-25 season, according to Spencer Percy of Buzz Beat Podcast.
