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Wizards vs. Hornets prediction: Why Charlotte is favored to win Tuesday's NBA matchup [12/23/2025]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets predictions for NBA Tuesday.
The Charlotte Hornets will take on the Washington Wizards in NBA action at Spectrum Center on Tuesday, starting at 7:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Hornets as the most likely winner of the Wizards vs. Hornets game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Hornets lineup will feature players like Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges and Kon Knueppel, while the Wizards will look to CJ McCollum, Alex Sarr and Kyshawn George.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Tuesday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Wizards vs. Hornets prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Tuesday's NBA game between the Wizards and Hornets 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Hornets a 69% chance of beating the Wizards. Our predicted final score has the Hornets winning 118-113.
According to our model, the Hornets (-5.5) have a 51% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 232.5 points has a 51% chance of staying under.
Wizards vs. Hornets odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wizards | Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +5.5 (-106) | -5.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +185 | -215 |
| Total | o232.5 (-108) | u232.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wizards 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 -5.5 | -110 |
| Moneyline | Hornets | -215 |
| Total | Under 232.5 | -105 |
According to our NBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Hornets to win.
Wizards vs. Hornets player props
Looking for Wizards vs. Hornets NBA player props? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Spectrum Center.
CJ McCollum is expected to lead the Wizards with 19 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists, while Brandon Miller is projected to have 21 points, 5 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.
Wizards prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Wizards are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJ McCollum | 19 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 34 |
| Alex Sarr | 18 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 38 |
| Kyshawn George | 15 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 37 |
| Bub Carrington | 12 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 30 |
| Khris Middleton | 11 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 25 |
Hornets prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Hornets:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Miller | 21 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 41 |
| Miles Bridges | 21 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 41 |
| Kon Knueppel | 20 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 39 |
| LaMelo Ball | 20 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 44 |
| Collin Sexton | 14 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 26 |
Wizards vs. Hornets game-day updates and essential details
Tuesday's matchup between the Hornets and Wizards at Spectrum Center is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Washington Wizards vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Date: Tuesday, December 23, 2025
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Spectrum Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hornets, with a 69% win probability, will likely beat the Wizards on Tuesday, with LaMelo Ball projected for a game-high 44 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Wizards vs. Hornets insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from 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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