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Warriors vs. Hornets prediction: Golden State to win, Stephen Curry projected for big game in Wednesday's NBA matchup [12/31/2025]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Golden State Warriors vs Charlotte Hornets predictions for NBA Wednesday.
The Charlotte Hornets will square off with the favored Golden State Warriors in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Wednesday, starting at 1:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Warriors as the most likely winner of the Warriors vs. Hornets game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Hornets lineup will feature players like LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges, while the Warriors will look to Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Brandin Podziemski.
This article offers further insights into Wednesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Warriors vs. Hornets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NBA matchup between the Warriors and Hornets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Warriors a 72% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Warriors winning 119-113.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Warriors and Hornets each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 233.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Warriors vs. Hornets odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Warriors | Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -6.5 (-102) | +6.5 (-114) |
| Moneyline | -230 | +200 |
| Total | o233.5 (-110) | u233.5 (-108) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Warriors vs. Hornets 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 | Warriors -6.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Warriors | -230 |
| Total | Under 233.5 | -108 |
According to our best NBA bets, the top play to make on this game is Warriors to win.
Warriors vs. Hornets player props
Betting on Warriors vs. Hornets NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Spectrum Center.
Stephen Curry is expected to lead the Warriors with 29 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists, while LaMelo Ball is projected to have 21 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the Hornets.
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.
Warriors prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Warriors are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Curry | 29 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 49 |
| Jimmy Butler | 20 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 40 |
| B. Podziemski | 10 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| Moses Moody | 10 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 20 |
| D. Melton | 10 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 22 |
Hornets prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Hornets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 21 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 44 |
| Brandon Miller | 21 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 39 |
| Miles Bridges | 18 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Kon Knueppel | 17 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 32 |
| Moussa Diabate | 12 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 33 |
Warriors vs. Hornets game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's action between the Hornets and Warriors at Spectrum Center is scheduled to start at 1:00 PM ET.
- Who: Golden State Warriors vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Spectrum Center
Conclusion
We predict the Warriors, with a 72% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Wednesday, with Stephen Curry projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Warriors vs. Hornets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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