Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets Starting Lineups and Depth Charts
Updated Nov 8, with the latest lineups and odds
Projected starting lineups and depth for both teams, by minutes over recent games: Cleveland Cavaliers at Charlotte Hornets, 9 November 2026. The written preview, odds and model sit on the main preview page.
Projected Starting Fives
Projected minutes| Cleveland Cavaliers | Position | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
Donovan Mitchell 33.8 mpg · 24.0 pts  | PG |  Grayson Allen 21.0 mpg · 14.1 pts |
James Harden 33.4 mpg · 15.7 pts  | SG |  Coby White 21.1 mpg · 6.0 pts |
Evan Mobley 32.7 mpg · 18.4 pts  | SF |  Brandon Miller 27.9 mpg · 20.6 pts |
Peyton Watson 29.9 mpg · 11.3 pts  | PF |  Moussa Diabate 26.1 mpg · 8.9 pts |
Meleek Thomas 17.7 mpg · 12.3 pts  | C |  Naz Reid 29.2 mpg · 16.6 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 Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets starting lineups?
For 9 November 2026, the Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to start Donovan Mitchell, James Harden, Evan Mobley, Peyton Watson and Meleek Thomas. The Charlotte Hornets are expected to start Naz Reid, Brandon Miller, Coby White, Moussa Diabate and Grayson Allen. Ruled out from the usual starters: Jarrett Allen (Out), Dennis Schroder (Out).
Who is out for Cavaliers vs Hornets?
For 9 November 2026, the Cleveland Cavaliers are without 3 players: Jaylon Tyson (Out), Jarrett Allen (Out) and Sam Merrill (Out), and the Charlotte Hornets are without 3 players: Kon Knueppel (Out), Grant Williams (Out) and Dennis Schroder (Out). Statuses come from the latest injury report and update through the day until tip-off.