Hornets vs Hawks Prediction 18 March 2025
🔊 This Wednesday, March 19, 2025, promises an exciting showdown between the Charlotte Hornets and the Atlanta Hawks. The game will take place in Charlotte and is a crucial event for both teams as they aim to solidify their standings in the NBA Eastern Conference. For the Hornets, it's a chance to move up from their second-to-last position, while the Hawks are determined to extend their winning streak and secure their spot in the playoff zone. The visitors must win to maintain their current 7th place in the East.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the Charlotte Hornets and the Atlanta Hawks:
- They have played 49 games;
- Victories (including overtime): 24 for today's home team and 25 for the visitors;
- The home team averages 106.9 points per game, while the visitors average 108.8;
- The average total score per game is 215.69.
The last encounter took place on 12 March 2025 at the Atlanta Hawks' court and ended with a score of 123-110.
Head-to-head statistics Hornets - Hawks

Charlotte Hornets Team Overview
The Charlotte Hornets are currently navigating a challenging period, as reflected in their recent performances. Over their last ten games, the team has secured just three wins against seven losses. Their average scoring leaves much to be desired, with significant struggles both offensively and defensively. However, one of the Hornets' strengths is their ability to compete on the boards, which remains one of the few assets for this underdog team. Interestingly, despite all their challenges, the Hornets are still one of the youngest teams in the league, which adds energy and potential for growth. The question remains whether they can harness their talents effectively. Injuries continue to plague all of the team's key players, including LaMelo Ball, who just returned to the court this season after a long absence. Regardless, this season seems lost for Charlotte, and they might continue to tank in hopes of securing favorable draft picks in the upcoming summer draft.
Match Results: Charlotte Hornets

Atlanta Hawks Team Overview
The Atlanta Hawks have been showing more consistent form, winning five of their last ten games. Their style is built on fast-paced offense and a focus on three-point shooting, making them a threat to any defense. On average, the team posts strong scoring numbers, though their defense can sometimes falter. A key strength for the Hawks is their ability to control the game's tempo and impose their style on opponents. For several years, Trae Young has been the team's leader, remaining one of the league's top shooters. Thanks to his shooting prowess, along with the skills of Daniels and Johnson, Atlanta ranks 5th in the league's offensive rating (117.1 points). This is despite Johnson being sidelined for over a month due to a shoulder injury. It's worth noting that Atlanta recently secured a victory against Charlotte in their head-to-head clash (123-110), giving them added confidence ahead of their next matchup.
Match Results: Atlanta Hawks
Outcome Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Number of encounters - 49;
- Home victories - 24, Away victories - 25.
- Charlotte Hornets have lost the first half in 5 consecutive head-to-head games in the tournament.
- Charlotte Hornets have lost the first half in 7 of their last 8 tournament games.
- Charlotte Hornets have lost the first half at home in 4 consecutive tournament games.
Total Points Prediction
Head-to-head:
- Average total points per game for the home team - 106.9, for the away team - 108.8;
- Average total points in head-to-head games - 215.69.
Statistics: Charlotte Hornets vs Atlanta Hawks
- Average total in the tournament: 219.16 vs 236.72;
- Average points scored: 105.75 vs 117.07;
- Average points conceded: 113.42 vs 119.65;
- Average points scored in the first half: 51.7 vs 58.87;
- Average points scored in the second half: 53.57 vs 57.51;
- Charlotte Hornets: average points scored at home in the tournament - 106.21;
- Atlanta Hawks: average points scored away in the tournament - 117.21;
- Last 10 games (average points scored): 107.7 (home - 106.6) vs 119.2 (away - 118.33).
- Total under 238.5 points has occurred in 18 of the last 19 head-to-head games at the home team's venue in the tournament.
- Total under 238.5 points has occurred in 6 of the last 7 head-to-head games in the tournament.
- Total under 238.5 points has occurred in 25 consecutive home games for Charlotte Hornets in the tournament.
- Total under 238.5 points has occurred in 12 of Charlotte Hornets' last 13 tournament games.
Editorial Prediction
In the upcoming matchup between the Charlotte Hornets and the Atlanta Hawks, a fierce contest is anticipated. The Hornets will aim to leverage their home-court advantage and bolster their defense to contain Atlanta's fast-paced offense. Meanwhile, the Hawks will rely on their aggressive offensive play and three-point shooting to secure a win.Considering the current form of both teams and their recent head-to-head encounters, we can expect a hard-fought game with plenty of points on the board. However, scoring may not reach high levels given the statistical trends in their matchups and the poor form of the hosts (Charlotte averages just 105 points, ranking 28th in offensive rating). In this context, betting on under 238.5 points seems the most reasonable prediction.