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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 face the favored Golden State Warriors in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Wednesday, beginning 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 stars like LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel, while the Warriors will rely on Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Brandin Podziemski.
This article offers a closer look at 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 powerful machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Wednesday's NBA game between the Warriors and Hornets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Warriors a 76% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Warriors winning 120-112.
According to our model, the Warriors (-8) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 234.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Warriors vs. Hornets odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Warriors | Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -8 (-110) | +8 (-110) |
| Moneyline | -285 | +240 |
| Total | o234.5 (-110) | u234.5 (-105) |
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 available 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 -8 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Warriors | -285 |
| Total | Under 234.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Wednesday, the top play to make on this game is Under 234.5 total points.
Warriors vs. Hornets player props
NBA player props are a common way to wager on the Warriors vs. Hornets game without necessarily betting on the outcome. 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, 4 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 | 21 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 40 |
| B. Podziemski | 10 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 24 |
| D. Melton | 10 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 22 |
| Moses Moody | 10 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 21 |
Hornets prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Hornets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 21 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 44 |
| Brandon Miller | 21 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 39 |
| Kon Knueppel | 17 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 31 |
| Collin Sexton | 13 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 25 |
| Moussa Diabate | 11 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 33 |
Warriors vs. Hornets game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Hornets and Warriors at Spectrum Center is scheduled to commence 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 76% 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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