Hornets vs Washington Prediction 24 January 2026
🔊 The Charlotte Hornets host the Washington Wizards in another NBA regular-season clash. Although both teams are far from the top spots in the Eastern Conference, their matchup promises to be thrilling, as both sides favor an attacking and carefree style of play. Who will emerge victorious from this entertaining shootout? Let's analyze the showdown and offer an insightful prediction.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical analysis of previous official games between the teams Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards:
- played 52 matches;
- wins (including extra time): 28 for today's home team and 24 for the guests;
- the home team averages 108.37 points per match, the guests - 107.71;
- average total match points - 216.08.
The last confrontation took place on 24 December 2025 at the venue of Charlotte Hornets and ended with a score of 126:109.
Head-to-head statistics Hornets - Washington

Charlotte Hornets Team Overview
The Charlotte Hornets have been delivering mixed results in their recent games, alternating between wins and losses (3 wins and 2 losses). The team's average scoring remains consistent, thanks to a reliable offense and strong play around the basket.
Defensively, they make mistakes, leaving them vulnerable against fast-paced opponents. However, there are moments of brilliance, such as a few days ago when the Hornets delivered a solid road performance against a strong Orlando team, winning 124-97. Impressively, nine players scored in double figures, highlighting the immense potential of Charlotte's young roster.
Match Results: Charlotte Hornets

Washington Wizards Team Overview
The Washington Wizards are enduring a challenging stretch, with five consecutive losses highlighting their inconsistent play. Their average scoring is concerning, as points scored often fall short of those conceded (123.2 allowed, ranking 29th) due to their weak defense and issues in finishing offensive plays.
However, there's an intriguing trend to consider: the capital team has consistently scored over 108 points in their last six road games against the Hornets. Yet, whether this will be enough against the Hornets' dynamic offense is a big question mark. In their previous matchup, the Wizards put up a decent fight against Denver, but ultimately fell short (97-107).
Match Results: Washington Wizards
Prediction for the 1st quarter
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 52;
- First quarter wins at home for the hosts - 12; for the visitors on the road - 12;
- Average total points in the first quarter: 55.15;
- Today's home team averages 27.58, while the visitors average 27.58.
First Quarter Stats: Charlotte Hornets (home) vs Washington Wizards (away)
- Tournament matches played: 22 vs 24;
- Number of wins: 9 (40.91%) vs 6 (25%);
- Number of losses: 10 (45.45%) vs 18 (75%);
- Number of draws: 3 (13.64%) vs 0 (0%).
- Average points scored: 30.59 vs 28.25;
- Average points conceded: 31.5 vs 32.75.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- Number of wins: 4 vs 1;
- Number of losses: 5 vs 8;
- Number of draws: 1 vs 1;
- Average first quarter total: 58 (scored - 30.2, conceded - 27.8) vs 59.5 (scored - 26.4, conceded - 33.1).
- Washington Wizards lost the 1st quarter in 11 of last 12 away games (NBA).
- Washington Wizards lost the 1st quarter in 7 of last 8 games (NBA).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- Number of encounters - 52;
- Home team wins - 28, away team wins - 24.
- Washington Wizards won with a +14.5 points handicap in last 5 games (NBA).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H:
- average total points per match for the home team - 108.37, for the away team - 107.71;
- average total points in H2H matches - 216.08.
Statistics: Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards
- average total in the tournament: 232.38 vs 234.48;
- average total points scored: 116.4 vs 112.04;
- average total points conceded: 115.98 vs 122.43;
- average total points scored in the 1st half: 58.66 vs 57.52;
- average total points scored in the 2nd half: 57.2 vs 54.17;
- Charlotte Hornets: average total points scored at home in the tournament - 115.14;
- Washington Wizards: average total points scored away in the tournament - 109.96;
- last 10 matches (average total points scored): 116.3 (home - 98.33) vs 108.3 (away - 107.6).
- Washington Wizards have scored over 108.5 points in last 6 away games against Charlotte Hornets (NBA).