Washington Wizards at Charlotte Hornets
Jan 24, 2026
Charlotte Hornets Edge Out Washington Wizards 119-115 in Close Contest
Game Summary
The Charlotte Hornets emerged victorious against the Washington Wizards with a final score of 119-115. Despite a strong showing from the Wizards, who posted 19 three-pointers at a 35.8% clip, it was not enough to overcome the Hornets' superior shooting efficiency, hitting 51.9% from the field. The Wizards also struggled with turnovers, committing 13, while the Hornets managed 21 of their own, underscoring a frantic pace throughout the game.
Top Performers
The Hornets' offensive effort was led by their top scorer, who helped propel the team to victory with key baskets. Other contributors made impactful plays, maintaining pressure on the Wizards' defense. For Washington, the scoring was highlighted by standout performances that kept the game competitive, but ultimately fell short of clinching the win.
Odds Recap
The Charlotte Hornets were favored by 11.5 points but narrowly missed covering the spread with a margin of just 4 points. The game went over the total of 233.0, adding to the excitement of the matchup.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly predicted the outcome of the game, getting the moneyline pick right with Charlotte Hornets as the winner. However, it missed on the spread, as the Hornets failed to cover, while also accurately predicting the game would go over the total.
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