Hornets Defeat Wizards 129-112 in NBA Clash
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Capital One Arena
Charlotte Hornets 129, Washington Wizards 112, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
The next free pick, for your email
Team, bet, price and the hash it was sealed under, on this page the moment you send. Lose or win, it stays public.
or by email
Public record of the main pick, losses included: 115 won, 44 lost. See every pick
One free pick a day by email until you unsubscribe, in one click. 21+.
Quick answers
Who won Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards?
Charlotte Hornets beat Washington Wizards 129-112 at Capital One Arena on February 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards?
Charlotte Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -535 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.
The Charlotte Hornets secured a decisive victory over the Washington Wizards with a final score of 129-112 at the Capital One Arena. This win extends the Hornets' dominance in the season series, marking their fourth consecutive victory against the Wizards, who have yet to win a game against them this season.
The Wizards entered this matchup with a home record of 16-40 and had recently shown a mixed performance, going 5-5 in their last ten games. They were riding a two-game winning streak, having defeated the Indiana Pacers in their most recent outing with a score of 131-118. However, their overall scoring average stood at 113.3 points per game, while they allowed an average of 122.2 points, indicating defensive struggles. At home, they had a record of 4-3 in their last seven games.
In contrast, the Hornets came into the game with a better away record of 27-31, although they had lost their last two games, including a close contest against the Cleveland Cavaliers, 113-118. Their recent form was strong, with a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 111.1 points scored and 107.7 points allowed. They had been particularly effective on the road, boasting a 4-0 record in their last four away games.
In terms of injuries, the Wizards were missing Jamir Watkins due to a knee injury, while Alex Sarr, Anthony Davis, and Trae Young were all listed as day-to-day with foot, finger, and quadriceps injuries, respectively. The Hornets had Brandon Miller and PJ Hall also listed as day-to-day, with shoulder and ankle injuries.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Hornets favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 223.5 points. The odds reflected a strong belief in the Hornets' ability to secure a comfortable win.
The game conditions were typical for an indoor basketball setting, with no significant weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect to see a high-paced game, with both teams looking to capitalize on fast breaks and three-point shooting opportunities.
Throughout the game, the Hornets maintained control, with notable scoring plays in the fourth quarter that included a 24-foot three-point jumper by Alondes Williams and a driving dunk by Jamir Watkins. The Wizards attempted to close the gap but ultimately fell short, unable to overcome the Hornets' lead. The final score underscored the Hornets' strong performance and highlighted the Wizards' ongoing struggles this season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CHA -10.5 | 223.5 o -115 / u -105 | Charlotte Hornets -535 · Washington Wizards +400 |
Injury report
- Jamir WatkinsOutKneeWashington Wizards
- Alex SarrDay-To-DayFootWashington Wizards
- Anthony DavisDay-To-DayFingerWashington Wizards
- Trae YoungDay-To-DayQuadricepsWashington Wizards
- Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
- PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
Leaders
- PointsBilal Coulibaly17Washington Wizards
- AssistsWill Riley4Washington Wizards
- ReboundsAlondes Williams7Washington Wizards
- PointsLaMelo Ball37Charlotte Hornets
- AssistsLaMelo Ball7Charlotte Hornets
- ReboundsRyan Kalkbrenner9Charlotte Hornets
Recent form
Washington Wizards
Last 10: 5-5Streak W2113.3 scored · 122.2 allowed per game4-3 at home
- W131-118vs Indiana PacersFeb 21
- W112-105vs Indiana PacersFeb 20
- L113-138at Cleveland CavaliersFeb 12
- L101-132vs Miami HeatFeb 8
- L113-127at Brooklyn NetsFeb 7
- W126-117at Detroit PistonsFeb 6
- L101-132vs New York KnicksFeb 4
- W116-112vs Sacramento KingsFeb 1
- L111-142vs Los Angeles LakersJan 31
- W109-99vs Milwaukee BucksJan 30
Charlotte Hornets
Last 10: 7-3Streak L2111.1 scored · 107.7 allowed per game4-0 away
- L113-118vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 21
- L101-105vs Houston RocketsFeb 20
- W110-107vs Atlanta HawksFeb 12
- L104-110vs Detroit PistonsFeb 10
- W126-119at Atlanta HawksFeb 8
- W109-99at Houston RocketsFeb 6
- W102-95vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 2
- W111-106vs San Antonio SpursJan 31
- W123-121at Dallas MavericksJan 30
- W112-97at Memphis GrizzliesJan 29
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta | - | 36 | L1 | .561 | 46 |
| Orlando | 1 | 37 | L1 | .549 | 45 |
| Charlotte | 2 | 38 | W1 | .537 | 44 |
| Miami | 3 | 39 | W2 | .524 | 43 |
| Washington | 29 | 65 | L10 | .207 | 17 |
Box score
| Stat | Charlotte Hornets | Washington Wizards |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-87 | 41-84 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 25-46 | 18-42 |
| Three-point % | 54 | 43 |
| Free throws | 18-25 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 53 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 37 | 28 |
| Assists | 27 | 24 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 17 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 29 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 92 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter84-67Anthony Gill makes driving layup (Tre Johnson assists)
- 3rd Quarter87-67LaMelo Ball makes 27-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter87-69Bub Carrington makes 5-foot fade away jump shot
- 3rd Quarter90-69LaMelo Ball makes 29-foot three pointer (PJ Hall assists)
- 3rd Quarter90-72Tre Johnson makes 28-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter93-72LaMelo Ball makes 32-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter93-74Tre Johnson makes 20-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter96-74Josh Green makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brandon Miller assists)
- 3rd Quarter96-76Kyshawn George makes 16-foot fade away jump shot
- 3rd Quarter96-77Kyshawn George makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter99-77Josh Green makes 24-foot three point jumper (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 3rd Quarter99-80Will Riley makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 3rd Quarter101-80Kon Knueppel makes driving layup (Grant Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter101-82Jaden Hardy makes 2-foot layup (Sharife Cooper assists)
- 3rd Quarter103-82Josh Green makes two point shot (LaMelo Ball assists)
- 3rd Quarter103-84Will Riley makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Bub Carrington assists)
- 3rd Quarter105-84Kon Knueppel makes running dunk (Grant Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter107-84Tre Mann makes running layup (Kon Knueppel assists)
- 4th Quarter109-84Kon Knueppel makes 6-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter109-87Jaden Hardy makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alondes Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter112-87Tidjane Salaun makes 29-foot three point jumper (Kon Knueppel assists)
- 4th Quarter114-87Tre Mann makes two point shot (Grant Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter114-90Jaden Hardy makes 27-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter115-90Tre Mann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-90Tre Mann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-91Jaden Hardy makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-92Jaden Hardy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter119-92Kon Knueppel makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tidjane Salaun assists)
- 4th Quarter119-95Jamir Watkins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Will Riley assists)
- 4th Quarter122-95Kon Knueppel makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter124-95Tidjane Salaun makes 1-foot driving dunk (Tre Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter124-98Jaden Hardy makes 23-foot three pointer (Jamir Watkins assists)
- 4th Quarter126-98Pat Connaughton makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter126-101Alondes Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sharife Cooper assists)
- 4th Quarter126-103Jamir Watkins makes layup
- 4th Quarter126-105Sharife Cooper makes running layup (Alondes Williams assists)
- 4th Quarter126-107Alondes Williams makes running dunk (Sharife Cooper assists)
- 4th Quarter129-107Tidjane Salaun makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tre Mann assists)
- 4th Quarter129-109Jamir Watkins makes 1-foot driving dunk (Will Riley assists)
- 4th Quarter129-112Sharife Cooper makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
Win probability
Above the line favours Washington Wizards, below favours Charlotte Hornets.
Venue
- Capital One ArenaWashington, DC
- Attendance16443
- OfficialsCourtney Kirkland, Sean Corbin, Simone Jelks
Elsewhere
- Atlanta Hawks offseason recap, early 2026-27 season preview
- Tony Parker: 'Super happy' when he saw Patty Mills arrive
- 2026 NBA buzz: Latest free agency and trade updates
- NBA punishes Clippers after Kawhi investigation: Top questions
- Shelburne: 'Extremely severe punishments' on Steve Ballmer, Clippers
- Shams details punishments for LA Clippers after Kawhi probe
Picks for NBA
NBA rules and settlement
These two, other days
- Wizards Defeat Hornets 95-79 in NBA ClashOct 30, 2026
- Hornets Edge Wizards in Close ContestOct 26, 2026
- Hornets Edge Wizards in Close ContestJan 24, 2026
- Hornets Defeat Wizards 126-109 at Spectrum CenterDec 23, 2025
- Hornets Defeat Wizards 139-113 in Capital One ArenaOct 26, 2025