| MATCHUP | Milwaukee Bucks | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 13-19 | 11-20 |
| Spread | -3.5 -108 | +3.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | -155 | +130 |
| Total | Over 228.5 (-105) | Under 228.5 (-115) |
| Where | Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC | |
| When | Monday, December 29, 2025 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | FanDuel SN SE | |
The Milwaukee Bucks and the Charlotte Hornets collide at the Spectrum Center on Monday night. Here’s a Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction. This article will include a Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets Pick.
Milwaukee Bucks Betting Preview
The Milwaukee Bucks have been in a rut as they’ve lost six of their last nine games overall, but they will be eager to build some momentum after taking down the Bulls in a 112-103 road win on Saturday. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team with 29 points and eight rebounds on 10 of 15 shooting, Ryan Rollins added 20 points with seven rebounds and five assists while Bobby Portis chipped in with 17 points and 11 rebounds off the bench.
As a team, the Bucks shot 47 percent from the field and 13 of 36 from the 3-point line, but this win was more about their defense as they held the Bulls to just 42 percent shooting. They worked their way towards a 15-point lead before holding off a late rally from the Bulls.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets have been in pretty good form lately as they’ve won four of their past six games overall. They will be aiming for a third straight victory after routing the Magic in a 120-105 road win on Friday. LaMelo Ball led the team with 22 points, seven rebounds and five assists, Miles Bridges added 16 points with 11 rebounds and five assists while Brandon Miller chipped in with 15 points.
As a team, the Hornets shot 47 percent from the field and 19 of 39 from the 3-point line as they stormed out of the gates with 38 points in the first quarter to take a narrow lead into halftime. Before they exploded for 38 points in the third quarter to lead by as many as 24 points at one stage.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Bucks have lost each of their last six games as favorites following a win.
- The Hornets have won three of their last four games as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Bucks have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games as favorites following a win.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games as home underdogs against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
Why the Milwaukee Bucks will win
- The Hornets have lost each of their last six games against Central Division opponents after winning as underdogs.
- The Bucks have won eight of their last nine night games against Hornets teams that held a losing record.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in 11 of their last 12 games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bucks have covered the spread in three of their last four games.
Total Points Facts
- Nine of the Bucks’ last 10 night games at Spectrum Center have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Eight of the Hornets’ last nine home games against the Bucks have gone UNDER the total points line.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- LaMelo Ball ranks 11th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (3.8) this season.
- Miles Bridges ranks 13th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for points per game (20.4) this season.
Milwaukee Bucks Player Facts
- Ryan Rollins ranks 7th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.6) this season.
- AJ Green ranks 8th amongst qualified players for 3P% (45.5%) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets have missed the playoffs in nine consecutive seasons – longest active streak in the NBA.
- The Hornets rank 29th in the league for opponent three-point percentage this season (38.1%).
- The Bucks rank 30th in the league for free throws made per game this season (15.1).
- The Bucks rank 30th for second chance points (361) this season.
Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction
The Bucks are still shorthanded with Gary Trent Jr and Taurean Prince out again, while the Hornets have ruled out Grant Williams, Kon Knueppel, Mason Plumlee and Ryan Kalkbrenner. The Bucks haven’t been anywhere near their best lately, but they have Antetokounmpo back in action, and they will take some confidence from their win over the Bulls on Saturday.
Surprisingly, the Hornets come into this meeting as the team in better form, and they looked great in their dominant win over the Magic on Friday. I get why the Bucks are favorites in this one, but I like what I’ve seen from the Hornets lately, and I think they can pull off the upset at home in this spot.