Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick & Prediction for 12/29

The NBA regular season kicks off with the Milwaukee Bucks taking on the Charlotte Hornets. This game will take place at the Spectrum Center on Monday, December 29, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the game on FDSS.

The Bucks, led by head coach Doc Rivers, hold a 13-19 record and rank 11th in the Eastern Conference. The Hornets, with head coach Charles Lee, have an 11-20 record and are 12th in the same conference. Both teams aim to improve their standings early in the season.

Bucks vs Hornets Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Charlotte Hornets
  • Venue: Spectrum Center
  • Date: Monday, December 29, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Bucks Spread -3.5 (-108), Hornets Spread +3.5 (-114), Bucks MoneyLine -151, Hornets MoneyLine +127, Over/Under 227.5

Milwaukee Bucks Team Preview

The Milwaukee Bucks are coming off a win against the Chicago Bulls, where they scored 112 points. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team with 29 points and 8 rebounds. Ryan Rollins also had a strong performance with 20 points and 7 rebounds.

In their recent games, the Bucks have had mixed results. They lost to the Memphis Grizzlies by 21 points but bounced back to win against the Indiana Pacers by 17 points. Kevin Porter Jr. has been a key player, scoring 24 points in the game against the Pacers.

For the upcoming game, the Bucks will likely rely on their starters, including Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Porter Jr. Giannis averages 28.9 points and 10 rebounds per game this season. The team will miss Taurean Prince, who is out due to a neck injury.

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have been on a positive run lately, winning their last two games. They defeated the Orlando Magic 120-105 and the Washington Wizards 126-109. LaMelo Ball has been a standout player, scoring 22 points against the Magic and 23 against the Wizards.

In terms of team stats, the Hornets score an average of 115.6 points per game, ranking them 18th in the league. They also perform well from the three-point line, making 14.9 threes per game, which ranks 5th. However, their defense needs improvement, as they allow 118.4 points per game, placing them 22nd.

Miles Bridges is a key player for the Hornets, averaging 20.4 points and 6.3 rebounds per game. LaMelo Ball adds 19.7 points and 8.5 assists per game. The team is dealing with injuries, with Mason Plumlee, Grant Williams, Kon Knueppel, and Ryan Kalkbrenner all out. Sion James is questionable due to illness.

BTB Betting Pick

The Bucks are favored by 3.5 points against the Hornets. Given the Bucks’ effective field goal percentage and strong three-point shooting, they have the edge. The Hornets allow a high field goal percentage, which could lead to a scoring advantage for the Bucks. The projected score is Bucks 115, Hornets 111, so picking the Bucks to cover the spread is a good choice.

The over/under for the game is set at 227.5. Both teams have high scoring potential, but the Bucks’ defense is slightly better. The Hornets’ defense allows many points, suggesting a higher-scoring game. With a projected total of 226, taking the under is the recommendation.