Boston Celtics vs Charlotte Hornets Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Nov 5, with the latest lineups and odds
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Boston Celtics at Charlotte Hornets, 6 November 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Projected minutes| Boston Celtics | Position | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
Derrick White 32.3 mpg · 12.8 pts  | PG |  Sion James 20.0 mpg · 5.2 pts |
Hugo González 12.3 mpg · 3.8 pts  | SG |  Coby White 21.6 mpg · 5.5 pts |
Paul George 32.8 mpg · 21.3 pts  | SF |  Brandon Miller 33.0 mpg · 22.0 pts |
Sam Hauser 18.3 mpg · 7.6 pts  | PF |  Moussa Diabate 29.0 mpg · 8.9 pts |
Neemias Queta 24.2 mpg · 9.8 pts  | C |  Naz Reid 29.5 mpg · 16.9 pts |
Starters are not published in advance. These five are the heaviest minute-earners on each contracted roster who can cover all five positions between them. Every game's starting lineups →
Depth chart
Quick answers2 questions
What are the Boston Celtics vs Charlotte Hornets starting lineups?
For 6 November 2026, the Boston Celtics are expected to start Derrick White, Neemias Queta, Hugo González, Paul George and Sam Hauser. The Charlotte Hornets are expected to start Brandon Miller, Naz Reid, Moussa Diabate, Coby White and Sion James. Ruled out from the usual starters: Jayson Tatum (Out).
Who is out for Celtics vs Hornets?
For 6 November 2026, the Boston Celtics are without 2 players: Devin Carter (Out) and Jayson Tatum (Out), and the Charlotte Hornets are without 2 players: Kon Knueppel (Out) and Grant Williams (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off. A player listed as questionable still counts in the expected five above.