Hornets vs Wizards Picks and Prediction – 12/20/2024

In Thursday night NBA action, the Charlotte Hornets will travel to the nation’s capital to face the Washington Wizards. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Hornets (7-19) have dropped nine of their previous ten games and are averaging 106.7 points per contest. On Monday, Charlotte was outscored by 11 points during the third quarter of a 121-108 home loss versus Philadelphia. 

Miles Bridges led six Charlotte players in double figures with 24 points (10-19 FG) and six rebounds. Nick Richards added 19 points and five rebounds in 15 minutes off the bench. LaMelo Ball scored 15 points to go along with 11 assists and four steals for the Hornets. 

The Washington Wizards have lost 11 of their first 13 home games and own the worst overall record in the NBA. The Wizards (3-21) rank second worst in the league in defensive efficiency and are surrendering 123 points per game. On Sunday, Washington trailed by 11 points after one quarter and turned the ball over 16 times during a 112-98 home loss versus Boston. 

Washington G Jordan Poole tallied a team-high 21 points on 8-for-19 shooting and dished out seven assists. Second-year pro Bilal Coulibaly added 19 points, six assists, and five rebounds. Number two overall draft pick Alex Sarr missed 12 of 18 field goal attempts and finished with 14 points for the Wizards. 

Washington F Kyle Kuzma (ribs) did not suit up during Sunday’s loss and is listed as questionable for this game. The Hornets rank 20th in the league in defensive efficiency and the Wizards are playing at the fourth fastest pace. Take the over. Final Score Prediction, Charlotte Hornets win 117-114.