Charlotte Hornets at Denver Nuggets
Jan 18, 2026
Charlotte Hornets Take Commanding Win Over Denver Nuggets, 110-87
Game Summary
The Charlotte Hornets secured a decisive victory against the Denver Nuggets with a final score of 110-87. Charlotte showcased a strong performance, highlighted by an excellent shooting night, while Denver struggled significantly, particularly from beyond the arc, hitting only 21.1% of their three-point attempts. This underperformance contributed to their inability to keep pace with the Hornets, who dominated in both shooting efficiency and overall scoring.
Top Performers
Ryan Kalkbrenner led the Hornets with 17 points and 6 rebounds, effectively contributing to the team's offensive flow. He was supported by Collin Sexton and Kon Knueppel, both adding 14 points, while Sexton also recorded 5 assists. For the Nuggets, Jamal Murray was the top scorer with 16 points, but overall the team fell short in offensive output.
Odds Recap
The Charlotte Hornets, favored by 2 points, delivered a strong performance that exceeded expectations, winning by a margin of 23 points. The game went under the total set at 226.0, with the final score falling significantly below that threshold.
Prediction Recap
The model accurately predicted the Charlotte Hornets to win on the moneyline and cover the spread, as well as the game going under the total. All predictions were correct, reflecting a strong read on this matchup.
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