Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic
Dec 26, 2025
Charlotte Hornets Defeat Orlando Magic 120-105 in Solid Win
Game Summary
The Charlotte Hornets secured a 120-105 victory over the Orlando Magic. The Hornets showcased a strong performance, particularly from beyond the arc, hitting 19 three-pointers at an impressive 48.7% clip, while the Magic struggled to find their rhythm, shooting just 31.4% from three-point range, contributing to their downfall.
Top Performers
LaMelo Ball led the charge for the Hornets with 22 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Miles Bridges added a double-double with 16 points and 11 rebounds. Kon Knueppel also made his mark with 16 points off the bench, hitting 4 three-pointers. For the Magic, Anthony Black was the standout performer, scoring 24 points and grabbing 3 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to turn the tide.
Odds Recap
Listed as 5.5-point underdogs, the Charlotte Hornets stunned the Orlando Magic with a 15-point margin. The game went under the total of 227.5, highlighting the Hornets' defensive efficiency against the Magic’s scoring capabilities.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly identified the Charlotte Hornets as the actual winner, but missed on the spread and total predictions, which were incorrect as the game went under rather than over. The model predicted the Orlando Magic would win outright, which was not the case.
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