Hornets Defeat Spurs in Blizzard-Shortened Game

Brandon Miller's 26 points lead Charlotte to sixth straight win

Jan. 31, 2026 at 8:15pm

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The Charlotte Hornets defeated the San Antonio Spurs 111-106 on Saturday afternoon in a game that was moved up three hours due to a winter storm in the area. Brandon Miller led the Hornets with 26 points, while Collin Sexton added 21 points off the bench. The Spurs stormed back from a 20-point deficit in the third quarter to close within two points, but the Hornets held on for the victory.

Why it matters

The Hornets' sixth consecutive win keeps them in the playoff hunt in the Eastern Conference, while the Spurs' loss prevents them from finishing January with a winning road record.

The details

The Hornets built a 20-point lead in the third quarter, but the Spurs rallied to close the gap to 100-98 with five minutes remaining. Charlotte was able to hold on down the stretch, with Miles Bridges hitting three free throws and Brandon Miller sinking two more in the final minute to seal the victory. Sexton shot 7-for-8 from the field, including 5-for-5 from 3-point range, for the Hornets, who outrebounded the Spurs 51-36.

  • The game's starting time was moved up three hours to noon because of a winter storm impacting the area.
  • The Hornets led 61-47 at halftime.

The players

Brandon Miller

The Hornets' leading scorer with 26 points.

Collin Sexton

Scored 21 points off the bench for the Hornets.

Victor Wembanyama

Finished with 16 points for the Spurs.

Dylan Harper

Paced the Spurs' seven double-figure scorers with 20 points off the bench.

Miles Bridges

Scored 14 points and hit three crucial free throws late for the Hornets.

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What’s next

The Hornets will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night, while the Spurs will try to bounce back on the road against the Miami Heat on Tuesday.

The takeaway

The Hornets' ability to hold off the Spurs' late rally and secure the victory despite the challenging weather conditions demonstrates their resilience and determination as they continue to fight for a playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.