Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/3

The NBA regular season continues as the Charlotte Hornets take on the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. The game is set for Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSS.

The Charlotte Hornets enter the game with a 6-15 record. They are led by head coach Charles Lee. In their last outing, they lost to the Brooklyn Nets 116-103. The New York Knicks, under head coach Mike Brown, hold a 13-7 record. They recently faced the Boston Celtics, where they lost 123-117.

Hornets vs Knicks Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs. New York Knicks
  • Venue: Madison Square Garden
  • Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
  • Hornets Spread: +9.5 (-110)
  • Knicks Spread: -9.5 (-111)
  • Hornets MoneyLine: +329
  • Knicks MoneyLine: -419
  • Over/Under: 237.5 (-111)

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets are preparing for their next game after a recent loss to the Brooklyn Nets, where they scored 103 points. They struggled with shooting, hitting 44.7% of their field goals. LaMelo Ball led with 14 assists, while Kon Knueppel added 18 points.

In their previous win against the Toronto Raptors, the Hornets scored 118 points. Miles Bridges was a standout performer, scoring 35 points with a 56.5% shooting rate. Kon Knueppel also contributed with 20 points and 4 assists in the victory.

Throughout the season, the Hornets have averaged 115.2 points per game, ranking them 21st in the league. They have a strong three-point game, making 13.9 shots per game. On defense, they allow 120 points per game, which ranks 24th, and they lead the league with 6.7 steals per game.

New York Knicks Team Preview

The New York Knicks are coming off a recent loss to the Boston Celtics, where they fell short by 6 points, ending with a score of 123-117. Despite the loss, Mikal Bridges led the team with 35 points and a shooting percentage of 70.6%. Karl-Anthony Towns also contributed with 29 points and 7 rebounds.

In their previous game, the Knicks secured a win against the Toronto Raptors with a 22-point lead, finishing 116-94. Josh Hart shined in this game, scoring 20 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Jalen Brunson added 18 points and 7 assists, showcasing his skills on the court.

The Knicks are averaging 120.2 points per game this season, ranking them 6th in the league. Their three-point shooting is strong, with 15.5 threes made per game. However, they will be missing OG Anunoby and Landry Shamet due to injuries, which could impact their performance in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The New York Knicks are favored by 9.5 points against the Charlotte Hornets. The Knicks score 120.2 points per game, while the Hornets allow 120.0 points per game. Given the Knicks’ strong offense and the Hornets’ weak defense, the Knicks are likely to cover the -9.5 spread.

The over/under for the game is set at 237.5 points. The Hornets score 115.2 points per game and the Knicks allow 113.5 points per game. With the projected score around 120-115 in favor of the Knicks, the total points are expected to be under 237.5.