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Bucks vs. Hornets prediction: Milwaukee to win, Giannis Antetokounmpo projected for big game in Monday's NBA matchup [12/29/2025]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets predictions for NBA Monday.
The Charlotte Hornets and Milwaukee Bucks will meet in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Monday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury reports, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Bucks as the most likely winner of the Bucks vs. Hornets game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Hornets lineup will feature stars like Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller and LaMelo Ball, while the Bucks will look to Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Porter and Ryan Rollins.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Bucks vs. Hornets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NBA game between the Bucks and Hornets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Bucks a 61% chance of defeating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Bucks winning 115-112.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Bucks and Hornets each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 227.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Bucks vs. Hornets odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Bucks | Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2.5 (-118) | +2.5 (-102) |
| Moneyline | -152 | +130 |
| Total | o227.5 (-110) | u227.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Bucks 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 | Hornets +2.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Bucks | -152 |
| Total | Under 227.5 | -110 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Bucks to win.
Bucks vs. Hornets player props
Betting on Milwaukee vs. Charlotte NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Spectrum Center.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to lead the Bucks with 26 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists, while Miles Bridges is projected to have 22 points, 7 rebounds and 4 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.
Bucks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Bucks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. Antetokounmpo | 26 | 9 | 7 | 0 | 52 |
| Kevin Porter | 19 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 45 |
| Ryan Rollins | 16 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 34 |
| Bobby Portis | 13 | 6 | 2 | 2 | 26 |
| Kyle Kuzma | 12 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 24 |
Hornets prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Hornets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miles Bridges | 22 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 41 |
| Brandon Miller | 21 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 39 |
| LaMelo Ball | 20 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 45 |
| Collin Sexton | 14 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 25 |
| Moussa Diabate | 12 | 11 | 2 | 0 | 33 |
Bucks vs. Hornets game-day updates and essential details
Monday's action between the Hornets and Bucks at Spectrum Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Spectrum Center
Conclusion
We predict the Bucks, with a 61% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Monday, with Giannis Antetokounmpo projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Bucks vs. Hornets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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