Charlotte Hornets vs Toronto Raptors regular season game: Full injury report, who's out, and more (January 7, 2026)

The Toronto Raptors play the Charlotte Hornets on January 7, 2026, at Spectrum Center. Toronto comes in as a team pushing for a top playoff spot. Charlotte is well out of the race but has shown it can compete, especially at home.This game is shaped by injuries on both sides. Toronto is short in the middle, and Charlotte’s frontcourt is even thinner. That shifts the focus to guard play, spacing, and who can control tempo without relying on size.Game time and standingsTip-off is set for 7:00 PM ET in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Raptors are 22–15 and fourth in the Eastern Conference. The Hornets are 13–23 and sit 12th.Toronto has been steady overall and has won four of its last five games, though those wins came at home.

Charlotte recently upset Oklahoma City as heavy underdogs, a reminder that their record doesn’t tell the full story.

Charlotte Hornets vs Toronto Raptors Injury report (January 7, 2025)

Toronto Raptors will be without Jakob Poeltl, who has been their main rebounder and interior defender. Three two-way players are also unavailable. Charlotte Hornets’ situation is more severe, with multiple rotation bigs ruled out and others not fully healthy.

With so many big men missing, both teams may rely more on perimeter scoring and transition offense.

Where to watch tonight's Toronto Raptors vs Charlotte Hornets game (January 7, 2026)

The game airs on TSN in Canada and FanDuel Sports Network Southeast in the United States. Streaming options include the NBA App, FuboTV, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV. Radio coverage is available on TSN 1050, Sportsnet 590, SiriusXM NBA Radio, and Charlotte station 92.7 FM WFNZ.

Players to watch

Brandon Ingram leads Toronto at just over 22 points per game. Scottie Barnes impacts the game on both ends, while RJ Barrett and Immanuel Quickley provide steady scoring.

Scottie Mamukelashvili has been productive off the bench.For Charlotte, LaMelo Ball runs the offense. Brandon Miller’s availability matters, and young players like Kon Knueppel have played key roles in recent wins.

Toronto Raptors vs Charlotte Hornets Odds and prediction (January 7, 2026)

Toronto is listed as a small road favorite, between 1.5 and 4.5 points. The total sits around 230 to 232.5 points. The Raptors have won more recent meetings, but Charlotte has covered often at home against stronger teams.Also read: Is LaMelo Ball playing tonight vs the Toronto Raptors? Latest update on the Charlotte Hornets star's injury report (January 7, 2026)Prediction: Raptors 116, Hornets 114.