Toronto Raptors vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/7

The Toronto Raptors will play against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. The game starts at 7:00 PM and will be shown on FDSS. This early-season game features two Eastern Conference teams aiming to improve their records.

The Raptors come into the game with a record of 22-15, sitting fourth in the Eastern Conference. Meanwhile, the Hornets hold a 13-23 record, ranked 12th in the conference. Both teams are on a two-game win streak, making this an exciting matchup for fans.

Raptors vs Hornets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Toronto Raptors vs. Charlotte Hornets
  • Venue: Spectrum Center
  • Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Raptors -2.5 (-111), Hornets +2.5 (-111), Raptors MoneyLine -137, Hornets MoneyLine +116, Over/Under 229.5

Toronto Raptors Team Preview

The Toronto Raptors have had a strong showing in recent games. They secured a win against the Atlanta Hawks with a score of 118-100. In that game, Scottie Barnes stood out with 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 10 assists.

Brandon Ingram is a key player for the Raptors this season. He averages 22.2 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. Ingram’s performance is crucial for the team’s offensive success.

Scottie Barnes is another important player for Toronto. He averages 19.1 points, 8.6 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game. Barnes contributes significantly on both ends of the court.

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have shown strong performance in recent games. They won against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a score of 124-97. Brandon Miller led the team with 28 points, while Kon Knueppel added 23 points.

In the season stats, the Hornets rank 18th in points per game with 116.1. Their three-point shooting is notable, ranking 4th in three-pointers made per game. The team also leads the league in steals per game with 6.9.

The Hornets are dealing with several injuries. Mason Plumlee and Ryan Kalkbrenner are out due to injuries. Brandon Miller is probable to play despite a knee contusion.

BTB Betting Pick

The Raptors are favored by 2.5 points against the Hornets. With their strong defense allowing only 112.3 points per game, they have an edge. The Hornets allow 117.9 points per game, which is higher. The projected score is Raptors 115, Hornets 112. Taking the Raptors to cover the spread is a solid choice.

The total for the game is set at 229.5 points. The Raptors’ defense ranks fifth in points allowed, while the Hornets’ defense ranks 21st. The projected total score is 227 points. Given these defensive stats, choosing the under 229.5 is recommended.