The Charlotte Hornets, riding an impressive eight-game winning streak—their longest since 1999—head to Atlanta to face a revamped Hawks team fresh off the trade deadline. Charlotte aims for its ninth straight victory and a fifth consecutive road win, while Atlanta, bolstered by new additions like Buddy Hield, Gabe Vincent, and Jonathan Kuminga (though some are injured or pending), looks to build on a two-game win streak. This Southeast Division clash could be tight, with the Hornets’ hot offense (112.7 PPG in last 10) meeting the Hawks’ balanced attack (115.7 PPG in last 10), but injuries loom large for both sides.
Venue Location
State Farm Arena, Atlanta, GA. This is a home game for the Hawks.
Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 PM ET (4:30 PM PT).
Injury Report
Both teams are navigating post-trade deadline adjustments, with several players out or questionable due to injuries and pending physicals. Charlotte’s backcourt depth is tested without Coby White, while Atlanta’s frontcourt could be thin if Onyeka Okongwu sits.
Charlotte Hornets Injuries:
| Player | Status | Injury Details |
| Tidjane Salaun | Questionable | Illness; game-time decision. |
| Malaki Branham | Out | Not with team (trade pending); thumb injury. Expected return: Feb. 9. |
| Coby White | Out | Left calf strain. Expected return: Feb. 19. |
| KJ Simpson | Out | Not with team (trade pending); hip flexor strain. |
| PJ Hall | Out | G League – Two-Way. |
| Liam McNeeley | Out | G League – On Assignment. |
| Antonio Reeves | Out | G League – Two-Way. |
Atlanta Hawks Injuries:
| Player | Status | Injury Details |
| Onyeka Okongwu | Questionable | Dental fracture; game-time decision. |
| Buddy Hield | Questionable | Trade pending. |
| Gabe Vincent | Questionable | Trade pending. |
| Jonathan Kuminga | Out | Left knee bone bruise; trade pending. Expected return: Feb. 9. |
| N’Faly Dante | Out | Not with team (torn ACL). |
| RayJ Dennis | Doubtful | G League – Two-Way. |
| Nikola Djurisic | Doubtful | G League – On Assignment. |
| Caleb Houstan | Doubtful | G League – Two-Way. |
Player Matchups to Watch
With trades reshaping both rosters, this game highlights emerging stars and new acquisitions. Charlotte’s offense revolves around LaMelo Ball’s playmaking, while Atlanta’s Jalen Johnson anchors a versatile frontcourt. The Hawks’ perimeter defense could challenge the Hornets’ three-point shooting (recent 49% in wins), but injuries thin Atlanta’s options.
- LaMelo Ball (CHA) vs. Nickeil Alexander-Walker (ATL): Ball (19.1 PPG, recent 28 PTS) faces Alexander-Walker’s defense (clutch jumper in last win). A battle of guards with Ball’s assists (top-10) vs. Hawks’ steals.
- Brandon Miller (CHA) vs. Jalen Johnson (ATL): Miller (3.0 3PM last 10) tests Johnson’s all-around game (23.2 PPG, 10.6 RPG, 8.2 APG). Johnson’s rebounding could exploit Charlotte’s weaknesses.
- Miles Bridges (CHA) vs. De’Andre Hunter (ATL): Bridges’ scoring vs. Hunter’s defense; a wing matchup that could decide paint control if Okongwu is out.
- Other Notes: If Hield plays, his shooting (career 40% 3PT) could open floors; Hornets’ bench (e.g., Josh Green if available) vs. Hawks’ new depth like Landale (26 PTS last game).
Recent Team Forms
Hornets are surging (9-1 last 10, averaging 112.7 PPG, allowing 100.4 PPG), while Hawks are solid (6-4 last 10, averaging 115.7 PPG, allowing 115.8 PPG) but inconsistent defensively.
Charlotte Hornets (9-1 in last 10 games, averaging 112.7 PPG, allowing 100.4 PPG):
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Feb 5 | @ HOU | W | 109-99 |
| Feb 2 | vs NOP | W | 102-95 |
| Jan 31 | vs SAS | W | 111-106 |
| Jan 29 | @ DAL | W | 123-121 |
| Jan 28 | @ MEM | W | 112-97 |
| Jan 25 | @ NOP | W | 120-112 |
| Jan 23 | vs LAC | W | 115-102 |
| Jan 21 | @ DEN | W | 108-105 |
| Jan 19 | vs UTA | W | 126-109 |
| Jan 17 | @ SAC | L | 97-115 |
Atlanta Hawks (6-4 in last 10 games, averaging 115.7 PPG, allowing 115.8 PPG):
| Date | Opponent | Result | Score |
| Feb 5 | vs UTA | W | 121-119 |
| Feb 3 | @ MIA | W | 127-115 |
| Jan 31 | @ IND | L | 129-124 |
| Jan 29 | vs HOU | L | 104-86 |
| Jan 28 | @ BOS | W | 117-106 |
| Jan 25 | vs TOR | W | 112-108 |
| Jan 23 | @ PHI | L | 115-120 |
| Jan 21 | vs CLE | W | 123-110 |
| Jan 19 | vs NYK | W | 115-112 |
| Jan 17 | @ CHI | L | 102-118 |
Series History
Atlanta leads all-time 74-66, but Charlotte has won the most recent meeting. The Hawks have won three straight home games against the Hornets. The teams split the first two of this season’s series (four-game total).
| Date | Location | Result | Score |
| Dec 18, 2025 | vs ATL (CHA home) | W (CHA) | 133-126 |
| Nov 23, 2025 | @ ATL | L (CHA) | 110-113 |
| Mar 18, 2025 | vs ATL (CHA home) | L (CHA) | 102-134 |
| Mar 12, 2025 | @ ATL | L (CHA) | 110-123 |
| Feb 14, 2024 | vs ATL (CHA home) | W (CHA) | 122-99 |
Hornets have won 2 of the last 5.
Betting Trends
Hornets are slight road favorites amid their streak; games trend over lately. Charlotte 30-21-1 ATS overall (17-11 on road), Atlanta 26-27 ATS (10-14 at home).
- ATS Trends: Hornets 6-3-1 ATS last 10 (6-5-1 as fav); Hawks 5-5 ATS last 10 (2-3 ATS as home underdogs). Hornets 2-0 ATS vs. Hawks this season.
- O/U Trends: Over in 5 of Hornets’ last 10 (42.9% road); over in 4 of Hawks’ last 6 home games (50.9% overall). Combined games hit over 5/10 recently.
Game Odds
Charlotte Hornets – 2.5
Atlanta Hawks 231.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, February 6, 2026
