Hornets vs Raptors Picks and Prediction – 4/9/2025

Scotiabank Arena will play host to a Wednesday night NBA battle between the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Hornets (19-60) are looking to snap a four-game losing streak and own the second worst record in the Eastern Conference. Last night, Charlotte trailed by 15 points after one quarter and missed 27 of 38 three-point attempts during a 124-100 home loss versus Memphis. 

Charlotte F Miles Bridges tallied a team-high 14 points on 4-for-13 shooting and pulled down six boards. Tidjane Salaun added 13 points and nine rebounds in 29 minutes off the bench. Josh Okogie scored 12 points for the Hornets, who fell to 12-29 at home. 

The Toronto Raptors have split their previous ten games and have been eliminated from postseason contention. The Raptors (29-50) have quietly improved to a middle of the pack defensive team and are allowing 115.2 points per game for head coach Darko Rajakovic. On Sunday, Toronto built a 13-point halftime lead and cruised to a 120-109 road victory against Brooklyn. 

F/C Jonathan Mogbo led eight Toronto players in double figures with 17 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists. R.J. Barrett chipped in 13 points (4-16 FG) and six boards. Jamal Shead dished out 12 assists and finished with a plus 31 rating for the Raptors, who shot 50 percent from the field. 

Toronto F Scottie Barnes (hand) and C Jakob Poeltl (hand) are considered questionable to play in this game. The Raptors have been much better at home this season and are getting a Charlotte squad playing on consecutive nights. Take Toronto to cover at home. Final Score Prediction, Toronto Raptors win 114-101.