Celtics vs Hornets Prediction 12 July 2026

Boston recently faced Toronto and came away with an 83-80 victory. The win was particularly valuable as it came in overtime. So far, Boston are still struggling to find their rhythm on offense. There was even a quarter where they managed just 12 points. The team isn’t showing much intent to push the tempo, either. While someone like Gonzalez might deliver a strong individual performance, the rest of the roster, unfortunately, can’t establish any kind of cohesive offensive system. There’s a clear lack of chemistry. As a result, the players are simply putting in maximum effort, especially on the defensive end.

Charlotte’s Summer League squad doesn’t look all that different from Boston’s in terms of style. Both teams are playing rather pragmatic basketball, as was evident in Charlotte’s recent 86-74 win over Orlando. The team showed impressive discipline on the defensive end, blending a mix of intriguing young prospects with a few seasoned players who already have experience at the professional level. This combination allows Charlotte to deliver solid defensive performances throughout the game. Offensively, they can be effective in spurts, but putting on a real show against Boston’s defense will be a much tougher challenge.