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Hornets vs. Suns prediction: Why Charlotte is favored to win Sunday's NBA matchup [3/8/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Phoenix Suns predictions for NBA Sunday.
The Phoenix Suns will take on the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Hornets as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Suns game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Suns lineup will feature players like Devin Booker, Jalen Green and Collin Gillespie, while the Hornets will be led by Brandon Miller, Kon Knueppel and LaMelo Ball.
This article offers a closer look at Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Suns prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Sunday's NBA game between the Hornets and Suns 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Hornets a 68% chance of defeating the Suns. Our predicted final score has the Hornets winning 112-107.
According to our model, the Hornets (-4.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 219.5 points has a 51% chance of going over.
Hornets vs. Suns odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Suns |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -4.5 (-110) | +4.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | -190 | +172 |
| Total | o219.5 (+100) | u219.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Suns picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Hornets -4.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Hornets | -190 |
| Total | Over 219.5 | +100 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Hornets to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Hornets vs. Suns player props
Looking for Charlotte vs. Phoenix NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Mortgage Matchup Center.
Brandon Miller is expected to lead the Hornets with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, while Devin Booker is projected to have 24 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the Suns.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Hornets prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Hornets are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Miller | 22 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 41 |
| Kon Knueppel | 20 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 |
| LaMelo Ball | 20 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 41 |
| Miles Bridges | 16 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 32 |
| Coby White | 13 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 23 |
Suns prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Suns:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Devin Booker | 24 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 44 |
| Jalen Green | 18 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 34 |
| C. Gillespie | 14 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 31 |
| Royce O'Neale | 9 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| Oso Ighodaro | 9 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 26 |
Hornets vs. Suns game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's game between the Suns and Hornets at Mortgage Matchup Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Phoenix Suns
- Date: Sunday, March 8, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Mortgage Matchup Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hornets, with a 68% win probability, will likely beat the Suns on Sunday, with Devin Booker projected for a game-high 44 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Suns insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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