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Hornets vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Monday's NBA matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Monday.
The Los Angeles Clippers will square off with the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Intuit Dome on Monday, commencing at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature stars like Kawhi Leonard, James Harden and John Collins, while the Hornets will look to LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller.
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. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NBA game between the Hornets and Clippers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Clippers a 66% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 114-109.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Hornets and Clippers each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the 223.5-point over/under also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Hornets vs. Clippers odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4.5 (-105) | -4.5 (-112) |
| Moneyline | +165 | -190 |
| Total | o223.5 (-110) | u223.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Clippers picks and best bet
After matching our predictions 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 +4.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Clippers | -190 |
| Total | Over 223.5 | -110 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Clippers to win.
Hornets vs. Clippers player props
Looking for Charlotte vs. LA Clippers NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
LaMelo Ball is expected to lead the Hornets with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while Kawhi Leonard is projected to have 27 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists for the Clippers.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 19 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 42 |
| Miles Bridges | 19 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 36 |
| Brandon Miller | 19 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 35 |
| Kon Knueppel | 18 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| Collin Sexton | 11 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 20 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kawhi Leonard | 27 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 49 |
| James Harden | 24 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 50 |
| John Collins | 18 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 34 |
| Ivica Zubac | 15 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 36 |
| Kris Dunn | 9 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 24 |
Hornets vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's matchup between the Clippers and Hornets at Intuit Dome is scheduled to start at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Monday, with James Harden projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on 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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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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