Knicks play Hornets in Charlotte conference matchup

The New York Knicks will play the Charlotte Hornets in a matchup on Thursday night in Charlotte. The game starts at 7 p.m. EDT. The Knicks have a record of 43 wins and 25 losses and are currently third in the Eastern Conference. In contrast, the Hornets are struggling with a record of 17 wins and 51 losses, placing them 14th in the conference. Charlotte has had a tough season, winning only 9 of their 43 games against other Eastern Conference teams. They have a slim advantage in close games, with an 8-7 record in one-possession matches. Conversely, New York has been strong, winning 29 out of 42 games against Eastern teams. New York is noted for its impressive 3-point shooting, hitting 37% of their attempts from beyond the arc. The Knicks average 12.6 made 3-pointers per game. They allow 13.9, which is just slightly higher than what Charlotte makes on average. The Hornets sink 13.2 three-pointers per game. Top players to watch include Miles Bridges, who averages 21.1 points for Charlotte. LaMelo Ball has been making 3 three-pointers per game recently. For the Knicks, Josh Hart contributes 14 points and nearly 10 rebounds per game. Karl-Anthony Towns has also been solid, averaging 19.6 points and 9.1 rebounds. Both teams have faced injuries. The Hornets are missing multiple players, including Grant Williams and Brandon Miller for the season. For the Knicks, Jalen Brunson is out with an ankle injury. The Knicks enter this game after a mixed stretch, going 5-5 in their last ten games. The Hornets have fared poorly, with a 3-7 record in their recent games.