Atlanta Hawks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/18
The Atlanta Hawks visit the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center on December 18, 2025. The game starts at 7:00 PM and will be shown on FDSS. The Hawks have a 15-12 record, while the Hornets stand at 8-18.
Quin Snyder leads the Hawks as head coach, with the team ranked 7th in the Eastern Conference. On the other side, Charles Lee coaches the Hornets, who are 12th in the same conference. Both teams aim to improve their standing in the Southeast Division.
Hawks vs Hornets Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: Atlanta Hawks vs. Charlotte Hornets
- Venue: Spectrum Center
- Date: Thursday, December 18, 2025
- Betting Odds: Hawks -5.5 (-107), Hornets +5.5 (-114), Hawks MoneyLine -201, Hornets MoneyLine +170, Over/Under 237.5
Atlanta Hawks Team Preview
The Atlanta Hawks have had a mixed bag of results in their recent games. They won a close game against the Philadelphia 76ers, 120-117, on December 14, 2025. However, they faced a tough loss to the Detroit Pistons, 142-115, on December 12, 2025.
Jalen Johnson has been a key player for the Hawks this season. He averages 22.8 points, 10.5 rebounds, and 8.2 assists per game. His performance against the Washington Wizards on December 6, 2025, was impressive with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 12 assists.
The Hawks’ offense is ranked 13th in points per game at 118.0. They excel in assists, leading the league with 30.8 per game. On the defensive side, they allow 117.4 points per game, placing them at 20th in the league.
Charlotte Hornets Team Preview
The Charlotte Hornets recently had a strong win against the Cleveland Cavaliers, finishing with a score of 119-111. Key players in this game included Brandon Miller, Miles Bridges, and Kon Knueppel. Knueppel led the scoring with 29 points, while Miller contributed 25 points and 13 rebounds.
In the 2026 season, the Hornets rank 19th in points per game with an average of 114.8. They have been effective from the free-throw line, shooting 82.2%, which ranks them 3rd. However, they have struggled defensively, allowing 118.4 points per game, which is 24th in the league.
Top performers for the Hornets include Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball. Bridges is averaging 21.3 points per game, while Ball contributes 19.4 points and 8.5 assists per game. Injuries could be a concern, as players like Collin Sexton and Pat Connaughton are out, and Ball is questionable with an ankle issue.
BTB Betting Pick
The Hawks are favored by 5.5 points against the Hornets. The Hawks average 118.0 points per game, while the Hornets allow 118.4 points per game. Given these stats, the Hawks should cover the spread of -5.5. The Hornets’ defensive struggles, especially against field goals, will likely help the Hawks win by more than the spread.
The over/under line is set at 237.5 points. The combined average points scored by both teams is 232.8 per game. With both teams having strong offensive stats, but not enough to surpass the line, the under 237.5 is a good pick. Both teams’ defensive stats suggest a lower combined score than the line.