Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Pick & Prediction for 10/25

The NBA season is kicking off with an exciting game between the Charlotte Hornets and the Philadelphia 76ers. Both teams are coming into this matchup with a 1-0 record. The game will take place at the Xfinity Mobile Arena on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 7:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on NBCS.

The Charlotte Hornets, led by head coach Charles Lee, are looking to build on their strong start in the Eastern Conference. They won their last game against the Brooklyn Nets with a score of 136-117. The Philadelphia 76ers, coached by Nick Nurse, also began their season on a high note by defeating the Boston Celtics 117-116. Both teams are eager to keep their winning streaks alive.

Hornets vs 76ers Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers
  • Venue: Xfinity Mobile Arena
  • Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025
  • Betting Odds: 76ers -6.0, Hornets +6.0

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have been scoring a lot of points in their games. They scored 136 points against the Brooklyn Nets, winning by 19. Their field goal percentage was 53.3%, making them hard to beat on offense.

Brandon Miller, LaMelo Ball, and Miles Bridges are key players for the Hornets. Miller scored 25 points in their recent win against the Nets. Bridges added 18 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in the same game.

The Hornets are also good at sharing the ball with 33 assists per game. Their three-point shooting is strong, with 17 made per game. However, they need to work on their free throw percentage, which is only 69.7%.

Philadelphia 76ers Team Preview

The Philadelphia 76ers have shown strong performances in recent games. They secured a close win against the Boston Celtics with a score of 117-116. Tyrese Maxey stood out with 40 points and VJ Edgecombe added 34 points. Dominick Barlow contributed 13 points and 8 rebounds.

In their preseason game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the 76ers won 126-110. VJ Edgecombe led the team with 26 points, and Tyrese Maxey followed closely with 27 points. Joel Embiid added 14 points and 7 rebounds in just 18 minutes.

The 76ers’ defense is strong, allowing only 116 points per game, which ranks them 8th. They excel in steals, averaging 3 per game, placing them at the top. Despite these strengths, they have some injuries, including Paul George and Trendon Watford, who are out.

BTB Betting Pick

The Charlotte Hornets are getting a +6.0 spread against the Philadelphia 76ers. With the Hornets scoring 136.0 points per game, they have a strong offense. The 76ers allow 116.0 points per game, which suggests the Hornets can cover the spread. The projected score is 76ers 120, Hornets 117.

The total for the game is set at 232.5. The Hornets average 136.0 points, and the 76ers average 117.0 points. Both teams have high-scoring capabilities, so taking the over is a reasonable choice. The projected total is 237 points, which is above the set line.