Golden State Warriors vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/31

The Golden State Warriors take on the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center on December 31, 2025. This game marks the beginning of the NBA regular season. The Warriors have a record of 17-16, while the Hornets stand at 11-21.

Steve Kerr leads the Warriors, who are 8th in the Western Conference. They recently won against the Brooklyn Nets, with Stephen Curry scoring 27 points. The Hornets, coached by Charles Lee, rank 12th in the Eastern Conference. Their last game ended in a loss to the Milwaukee Bucks, despite Brandon Miller’s 31 points.

Warriors vs Hornets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Golden State Warriors vs. Charlotte Hornets
  • Venue: Spectrum Center
  • Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Warriors Spread -7.0 (-111), Hornets Spread +7.0 (-110), Warriors MoneyLine -272, Hornets MoneyLine +222, Over/Under 233

Golden State Warriors Team Preview

The Golden State Warriors recently had a strong win against the Brooklyn Nets, finishing with a score of 120-107. Stephen Curry led the team with 27 points, while Jimmy Butler III added 21 points. De’Anthony Melton contributed with 10 points and 8 rebounds, showing depth in the lineup.

In their previous game, the Warriors faced a tough loss against the Toronto Raptors, ending with a score of 127-141. Stephen Curry scored 39 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win. Draymond Green added 21 points and 7 assists, providing support in the game.

The Warriors’ season stats show they excel in three-point shooting, leading the league with 15.7 made per game. They also rank high in free throw percentage at 82.0%. On defense, they are strong at limiting three-point shots, allowing only 12.0 per game.

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets are coming off a mixed set of results in their recent games. They lost to the Milwaukee Bucks 123-113 at home. Brandon Miller stood out with 31 points and 8 rebounds in that game.

In a win against the Orlando Magic, the Hornets scored 120 points. LaMelo Ball contributed 22 points and 7 rebounds in that game. Miles Bridges also played well, grabbing 11 rebounds.

The Hornets average 115.5 points per game this season. They make 14.9 three-pointers per game, ranking fifth in the league. On the defensive side, they allow 118.5 points per game, which ranks them 22nd.

BTB Betting Pick

The Warriors are favored by 7 points, and their defensive stats show they allow 113.1 points per game, ranking 6th. The Hornets allow 118.5 points per game, ranking 22nd. With the Warriors’ strong defense and the Hornets’ struggles, the Warriors are projected to cover the -7 spread with a projected score of 120-110.

The over/under line is set at 233 points. The Warriors score 115.1 points per game, while the Hornets score 115.5. Both teams have decent offenses but the Warriors’ defense is strong. With a projected total of 230, the recommendation is to take the under 233.