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Game time: December 26, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Capital One Arena — Washington, DC

Article updated Dec 26, 6:00 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The struggling Charlotte Hornets will be aiming to end their three-game road losing streak when they take on the Washington Wizards, who hold a record of 4-23. The game will

Game outlook

The struggling Charlotte Hornets will be aiming to end their three-game road losing streak when they take on the Washington Wizards, who hold a record of 4-23. The game will be held at Capital One Arena on Thursday night, with a scheduled start time of 7 PM ET. The Hornets recently suffered a 114-101 loss to Houston, while the Wizards fell to Oklahoma City by a score of 123-105. Washington has a slightly better record in recent matchups against Charlotte, going 6-4 in their last 10 meetings. Charlotte is the favored team in this matchup, opening at -4 with no movement in the line. For more insights on the Charlotte Hornets vs. Washington Wizards prediction, continue reading.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hornets -175 | Wizards +152

Spread: Hornets -4 (-110) | Wizards +4 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 225 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Charlotte will win straight-up is 64%.

Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets have been struggling recently, coming into this game on a five-game losing streak. They will look to put an end to both their losing streak and their struggles on the road. Charlotte averages 106.6 points per game, with LaMelo Ball leading the team in scoring, rebounds, and assists. The team has been weak defensively, allowing an average of 113 points per game. Brandon Miller is out for the game due to an ankle injury, while LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams are questionable. Charlotte is ranked 28th in offense and 16th in defense, with a record of 3-1. Offensively, they struggle with field goal and three-point shooting percentages, but excel in rebounding. Defensively, they struggle in allowing field goals and three-pointers, but perform well in rebounding. For those seeking assistance with NBA betting, the Best NBA Cappers can help.

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Washington Wizards Analysis

The Washington Wizards are looking to bounce back from their recent losses to Milwaukee and Oklahoma City as they aim for their second consecutive win on Thursday. The team has been led by Jordan Poole, who averages 20.8 points and five assists per game, along with Kyle Kuzma and Malcolm Brogdon contributing to the offense. However, the Wizards have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 122.2 points per game. In their upcoming game, they will need to improve on defense to secure a victory. Bilal Coulibaly and Richaun Holmes are questionable to play due to injury. Despite their defensive struggles, the Wizards have shown some strengths in offense, with an average of 107.5 points per game, and shooting percentages of 44.17% on field goals and 32.32% on three-pointers. Fans can take advantage of sports betting promos to support the team.

Washington Wizards Favored to Dominate Charlotte Hornets in Upcoming Game

The Washington Wizards have a clear advantage in their upcoming game against the Charlotte Hornets. Recent statistics show that the Wizards have been performing better in key areas, such as shooting and free throw percentage. Washington has demonstrated their prowess by making over 43 percent of field goals at home and over 72 percent of free throws in their last three games, compared to the Hornets' lower percentages on the road. Additionally, the Wizards excel in rebounding, averaging more than 11 offensive rebounds per game at home. The Hornets, on the other hand, struggle defensively and have been giving up more than 116 points per game on the road. Based on these factors, it is recommended to place your bet on the Washington Wizards to cover the spread in this matchup.

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SportsJaw Hornets vs Wizards archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hornets vs Wizards matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Charlotte Hornets-175 → -185Moved
  • Moneyline · Washington Wizards+150 → +160Moved
  • Spread · Charlotte Hornets-4 (-110) → -4.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Washington Wizards+4 (-110) → +4.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over227 (-110) → 230 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under227 (-110) → 230 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Charlotte Hornets
3-1 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Washington Wizards
2-2 matchup record · 5-4-1 ATS · 5-4-1 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-26T23:00:38.968Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Charlotte Hornets have been struggling recently, coming into this game on a five-game losing streak. They will look to put an end to both their losing streak and their struggles on the road. Charlotte averages 106.6 points per game, with LaMelo Ball leading the team in scoring, rebounds, and assists. The team has been weak defensively, allowing an average of 113 points per game. Brandon Miller is out for the game due to an ankle injury, while LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams are questionable. Charlotte is ranked 28th in offense and 16th in defense, with a record of 3-1. Offensively, they struggle with field goal and three-point shooting percentages, but excel in rebounding. Defensively, they struggle in allowing field goals and three-pointers, but perform well in rebounding. For those seeking assistance with NBA betting, the Best NBA Cappers can help.

The Washington Wizards are looking to bounce back from their recent losses to Milwaukee and Oklahoma City as they aim for their second consecutive win on Thursday. The team has been led by Jordan Poole, who averages 20.8 points and five assists per game, along with Kyle Kuzma and Malcolm Brogdon contributing to the offense. However, the Wizards have struggled defensively, giving up an average of 122.2 points per game. In their upcoming game, they will need to improve on defense to secure a victory. Bilal Coulibaly and Richaun Holmes are questionable to play due to injury. Despite their defensive struggles, the Wizards have shown some strengths in offense, with an average of 107.5 points per game, and shooting percentages of 44.17% on field goals and 32.32% on three-pointers. Fans can take advantage of sports betting promos to support the team.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-19Charlotte Hornets 114 · Washington Wizards 123
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Washington Wizards defeated Charlotte Hornets 113-110

Washington Wizards defeated Charlotte Hornets 113-110 on December 26, 2024, a 3-point decision in the series. Washington Wizards' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 34-25. Against SportsJaw's recorded Charlotte Hornets -4.5 (-110) spread, Washington Wizards covered, while the 223 combined points finished under the recorded total of 230.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • AliencreationSpread · Charlotte Hornets -4 (-110)Loss
  • MbcSpread · Washington Wizards -4 (-110)Win