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Hornets vs. Cavaliers prediction: Cleveland to win, Donovan Mitchell projected for big game in Monday's NBA matchup [12/22/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions for NBA Monday.
The Cleveland Cavaliers will face the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Rocket Arena on Monday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury reports, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Cavaliers as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Cavaliers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Cavaliers lineup will feature stars like Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland and De'Andre Hunter, while the Hornets will rely on Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges and Kon Knueppel.
This article offers further insights into Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Cavs prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Monday's NBA game between the Hornets and Cavaliers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Cavaliers a 78% chance of defeating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Cavaliers winning 123-114.
According to our model, the Hornets (+9.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 239.5-point over/under has a 53% chance of staying under.
Hornets vs. Cavaliers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Cavaliers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +9.5 (-105) | -9.5 (-106) |
| Moneyline | +300 | -335 |
| Total | o239.5 (-110) | u239.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Cavaliers picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities 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 +9.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Cavaliers | -335 |
| Total | Under 239.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Hornets +9.5 at the spread.
Hornets vs. Cavaliers player props
Looking for Hornets vs. Cavaliers NBA prop bets? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Rocket Arena.
Brandon Miller is expected to lead the Hornets with 21 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists, while Donovan Mitchell is projected to have 29 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Cavaliers.
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 | 21 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 39 |
| Miles Bridges | 21 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 39 |
| Kon Knueppel | 20 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 37 |
| LaMelo Ball | 19 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 42 |
| Moussa Diabate | 10 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 27 |
Cavaliers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Cavaliers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Mitchell | 29 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 50 |
| Darius Garland | 21 | 3 | 7 | 3 | 42 |
| De'Andre Hunter | 14 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 26 |
| Jarrett Allen | 14 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 34 |
| Jaylon Tyson | 13 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 28 |
Hornets vs. Cavs game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Cavaliers and Hornets at Rocket Arena is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Cleveland Cavaliers
- Date: Monday, December 22, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Rocket Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Cavaliers, with a 78% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Monday, with Donovan Mitchell projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Cavaliers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from the latest data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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