Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors Prediction, Odds, Picks for NBA Monday [12/18/2023]

The Toronto Raptors and Charlotte Hornets will lock horns in NBA action at Scotiabank Arena on Monday, starting at 7:30PM ET.

Dimers.com's comprehensive betting preview for Monday's Hornets vs. Raptors matchup includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and picks for the game.

Hornets vs. Raptors Prediction: Who Will Win, Cover the Spread

We have used trusted machine learning and data analysis to simulate the outcome of Monday's NBA matchup between the Hornets and Raptors 10,000 times, in keeping with our coverage of NBA predictions.

Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Raptors an 82% chance of beating the Hornets, and our predicted final score has the Raptors winning 117-106.

According to our model, the Hornets (+12.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 223.5-point Over/Under has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.

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Hornets vs. Raptors Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Hornets	Raptors
Spread	+12.5 (-108)	-12.5 (-110)
Moneyline	+530	-750
Total	o223.5 (-110)	u223.5 (-110)

• The Raptors are currently -12.5 favorites against the Hornets, with -110 at BetMGM Sportsbook the best odds currently available.
• For the underdog Hornets (+12.5) to cover the spread, DraftKings Sportsbook has the best odds currently on the market at -108.
• BetMGM currently has the best moneyline odds for the Raptors at -750. That means you can risk $750 to win $100 for a total payout of $850 if they get the W.
• Elsewhere, FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Hornets at +530, where you can bet $100 to profit $530, earning a total payout of $630 if they win.
• The Over/Under is set at 223.5 with BetMGM, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

As always, check out all the legal sportsbooks that are available in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Hornets vs. Raptors Picks

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have determined the best betting picks to place on this game:

Bet Type	Our Pick	Best Odds
Spread	Hornets +12.5	-108
Moneyline	Hornets	+530
Total	Over 223.5	-110

While the Raptors are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, taking the Hornets moneyline is the best option because of the 2.1% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently on offer.

Taking advantage of the edges published here at Dimers is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

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Hornets vs. Raptors Player Props

Looking for Hornets vs. Raptors NBA player props? We uss the best information available to project individual points, assists, rebounds and three-pointers for each team.

Terry Rozier is expected to lead the Hornets with 23 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists, while Pascal Siakam is projected to finish with 25 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists for the Raptors.

Hornets Prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Hornets:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Terry Rozier	23	4	7	3
Brandon Miller	17	4	3	2
P.J. Washington	17	5	3	2
Nick Richards	14	11	1	0
Bryce McGowens	10	4	2	1

Raptors Prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers for the Raptors:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM
Pascal Siakam	25	8	6	1
Scottie Barnes	19	7	5	1
O.G. Anunoby	17	4	2	2
Jakob Poeltl	14	10	2	0
Dennis Schroder	13	3	6	1

For more help with your NBA prop betting, check out the best NBA betting trends for today's games.

Don't forget, our model updates regularly, so keep an eye on this page for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of the Hornets vs. Raptors on Monday December 18, 2023.

Hornets vs. Raptors Game Information

Monday's action between the Raptors and Hornets at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to begin at 7:30PM ET.

• Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors
• Date: Monday December 18, 2023
• Time: 7:30PM ET / 4:30PM PT
• Venue: Scotiabank Arena

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Conclusion

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