| MATCHUP | Washington Wizards | Charlotte Hornets |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 10-33 | 17-28 |
| Spread | +10.5 -108 | -10.5 -112 |
| Moneyline | +380 | -500 |
| Total | Over 232.5 (-115) | Under 232.5 (-105) |
| Where | Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC | |
| When | Saturday, January 24, 2026 | |
| Time | 12:00 PM EST | |
| TV | MNMT | |
The Washington Wizards invade the Spectrum Center to battle the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night. Here’s a Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction. This article will include a Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets Pick.
Washington Wizards Betting Preview
The Washington Wizards have been ice-cold lately as they’ve lost nine of their last 10 games overall and they are now on an eight-game losing streak after getting routed by the Nuggets in a 107-97 loss on Thursday. Kyshawn George led the team with 20 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists, Tre Johnson added 19 points while Alex Sarr chipped in with 15 points, eight rebounds and four assists.
As a team, the Wizards shot just 38 percent from the field and 13 of 43 from the 3-point line. These aren’t impressive numbers by any means, but the Wizards were able to stay in the contest all the way until late in the fourth quarter where they fell behind by 12 points.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets have been in pretty good form lately as they’ve won six of their last 11 games overall. They will be eager to keep it going after making light work of the Magic in a 124-97 road win on Thursday. Brandon Miller led the team with 20 points on eight of 15 shooting, Collin Sexton added 19 points on six of seven shooting off the bench while LaMelo Ball chipped in with 16 points, six rebounds and seven assists.
As a team, the Hornets shot 54 percent from the field and 17 of 36 from the 3-point line as they jumped all over the Magic from the very start and dominated the first half by 62-41. They didn’t take their foot off the gas until the lead ballooned to 33 points.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Wizards have lost each of their last seven games following a loss.
- The Hornets have won seven of their last eight home games against Southeast Division opponents after winning as underdogs.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in eight of their last nine home games against Southeast Division opponents following a win.
- The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games as road underdogs.
Why the Washington Wizards will win
- The Hornets have lost eight of their last 10 games as favorites against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The Wizards have won four of their last five games as underdogs against the Hornets.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games as home favorites against Southeast Division opponents.
- The Wizards have covered the spread in seven of their last eight games against the Hornets following a loss.
Total Points Facts
- Seven of the Wizards’ last eight road games against the Hornets following a home loss have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of the Hornets’ last five games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- Moussa Diabate is one of only 12 players in the league to have recorded 6+ steals in a game this season.
- Collin Sexton ranks 8th in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for FT% (87.5%) this season.
Washington Wizards Player Facts
- Kyshawn George ranks T9th amongst qualified Forwards for assists per game (5.0) this season.
- Tre Johnson leads all Wizards players for three-pointers per 36 minutes (3.0) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets rank 1st in the league for opponent free throw attempts per game this season (20.8).
- The Hornets have missed the playoffs in nine consecutive seasons – longest active streak in the NBA.
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for Q4 points per game this season (25.2).
- The Wizards rank 30th in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (31.0).
Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction
The Wizards are missing Bilal Coulibaly, Cam Whitmore, Trae Young and AJ Johnson with Khris Middleton listed as questionable, while the Hornets have ruled out KJ Simpson with Brandon Miller upgraded to probable for this one. The Wizards have really been banged up lately, so it comes as no surprise that they are probably the coldest team in the league.
The Hornets have been playing much better in recent games, and they will be full of confidence after smashing the Magic in their last outing. The line seems a bit hefty, but the Hornets can blow teams out of the water if they get off to a quick start and I think that’s what we’re going to see in this one.