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Hornets Edge Wizards in Close Contest

Washington Wizards
Washington Wizards10-34
115
Charlotte Hornets
Charlotte Hornets18-28
119

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Spectrum Center

Charlotte Hornets 119, Washington Wizards 115, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets?

Charlotte Hornets beat Washington Wizards 119-115 at Spectrum Center on January 24, 2026.

Who was favored in Washington Wizards vs Charlotte Hornets?

Charlotte Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -520 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at Spectrum Center, the Charlotte Hornets narrowly defeated the Washington Wizards with a final score of 119-115. This victory marks the Hornets' fourth consecutive win over the Wizards, extending their lead in the season series to 4-0. The Hornets entered the game with a home record of 18-28, while the Wizards struggled with an away record of 10-34.

The Hornets showcased a balanced offensive performance, averaging 116.3 points over their last ten games, with a scoring streak of 1 win. In their previous game, they triumphed over the Orlando Magic with a score of 124-97. The Wizards, on the other hand, faced a tough stretch, having lost eight consecutive games and averaging just 108.3 points in their last ten outings. Their last game resulted in a 97-107 loss to the Denver Nuggets.

At home, the Hornets have struggled with a record of 0-3 in their last three home games, while the Wizards have been particularly poor on the road, holding a 0-5 record in their last five away games. The Hornets' recent form has seen them score an average of 114.4 points in their last five games, while allowing 106.2 points. Conversely, the Wizards have averaged 107.6 points scored and 117.0 points allowed in their last five games.

In terms of injuries, the Hornets had Brandon Miller and PJ Hall listed as day-to-day with shoulder and ankle issues, respectively. The Wizards were missing Jamir Watkins, who was out with a knee injury, while Alex Sarr, Anthony Davis, and Trae Young were all listed as day-to-day with various ailments.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, favored the Hornets significantly, with a spread of -11.5 and a money line of -520. The total for the game was set at 231.5, with the over at -115.0 and the under at -105.0.

The game was characterized by tense moments, especially in the fourth quarter. Notable scoring plays included Miles Bridges making a driving dunk, and LaMelo Ball contributing with a crucial floating jump shot. The final moments saw the Hornets maintain their lead with free throws from Bridges, sealing the victory.

Overall, the Hornets' ability to fend off the Wizards in a tightly contested game showcases their resilience and determination to improve their standing in the league.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsCHA -11.5 231.5 o -115 / u -105 Washington Wizards +390 · Charlotte Hornets -520

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Injury report

  • Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
  • PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets
  • Jamir WatkinsOutKneeWashington Wizards
  • Alex SarrDay-To-DayFootWashington Wizards
  • Anthony DavisDay-To-DayFingerWashington Wizards
  • Trae YoungDay-To-DayQuadricepsWashington Wizards

Leaders

  • PointsBrandon Miller21Charlotte Hornets
  • AssistsLaMelo Ball11Charlotte Hornets
  • ReboundsMoussa Diabate14Charlotte Hornets
  • PointsTre Johnson26Washington Wizards
  • AssistsBub Carrington8Washington Wizards
  • ReboundsJustin Champagnie11Washington Wizards

Recent form

Charlotte Hornets

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1116.3 scored · 105.1 allowed per game0-3 at home

  • W124-97at Orlando MagicJan 23
  • L87-94vs Cleveland CavaliersJan 22
  • W110-87at Denver NuggetsJan 19
  • L116-136at Golden State WarriorsJan 18
  • W135-117at Los Angeles LakersJan 16
  • L109-117at LA ClippersJan 13
  • W150-95at Utah JazzJan 11
  • L112-114vs Indiana PacersJan 9
  • L96-97vs Toronto RaptorsJan 8
  • W124-97at Oklahoma City ThunderJan 6

Washington Wizards

Last 10: 1-9Streak L8108.3 scored · 120.9 allowed per game0-5 away

  • L97-107vs Denver NuggetsJan 23
  • L106-110vs LA ClippersJan 19
  • L115-121at Denver NuggetsJan 18
  • L115-128at Sacramento KingsJan 17
  • L105-119at LA ClippersJan 15
  • L93-112at Phoenix SunsJan 12
  • L107-128vs New Orleans PelicansJan 10
  • L110-131at Philadelphia 76ersJan 8
  • W120-112vs Orlando MagicJan 7
  • L115-141vs Minnesota TimberwolvesJan 4

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Atlanta-36L1.56146
Orlando137L1.54945
Charlotte238W1.53744
Miami339W2.52443
Washington2965L10.20717

Box score

StatWashington WizardsCharlotte Hornets
Field goals44-9641-79
Field goal %4652
Three-pointers19-5314-36
Three-point %3639
Free throws8-923-30
Free throw %8977
Rebounds3446
Offensive rebounds1012
Defensive rebounds2434
Assists3530
Steals148
Blocks63
Turnovers1321
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls21
Technical fouls, total21
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1721
Fast-break points917
Points in the paint4650
Fouls2210
Largest lead518
Lead changes1010
Time in front986

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter71-89Josh Green makes 22-foot three point jumper (Brandon Miller assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter73-89Tre Johnson makes 2-foot running pullup jump shot (Jamir Watkins assists)
  3. 3rd Quarter76-89Tre Johnson makes 26-foot three pointer (Jamir Watkins assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter77-89Jamir Watkins makes free throw 1 of 2
  5. 3rd Quarter78-89Jamir Watkins makes free throw 2 of 2
  6. 3rd Quarter78-91Grant Williams makes two point shot
  7. 3rd Quarter81-91Justin Champagnie makes 27-foot three point jumper (Kyshawn George assists)
  8. 3rd Quarter81-93Ryan Kalkbrenner makes alley oop dunk (Collin Sexton assists)
  9. 4th Quarter81-96Collin Sexton makes 22-foot three pointer (Grant Williams assists)
  10. 4th Quarter81-98LaMelo Ball makes two point shot
  11. 4th Quarter81-99LaMelo Ball makes free throw 1 of 1
  12. 4th Quarter84-99Sharife Cooper makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Sarr assists)
  13. 4th Quarter84-101Collin Sexton makes running layup (LaMelo Ball assists)
  14. 4th Quarter86-101Alex Sarr makes 12-foot jumper (Justin Champagnie assists)
  15. 4th Quarter88-101Justin Champagnie makes 2-foot driving dunk (Malaki Branham assists)
  16. 4th Quarter88-103LaMelo Ball makes 7-foot fade away jump shot
  17. 4th Quarter91-103Jamir Watkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Malaki Branham assists)
  18. 4th Quarter91-105Ryan Kalkbrenner makes layup (Collin Sexton assists)
  19. 4th Quarter93-105Justin Champagnie makes two point shot
  20. 4th Quarter95-105Justin Champagnie makes tip in dunk
  21. 4th Quarter98-105Malaki Branham makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sharife Cooper assists)
  22. 4th Quarter100-105Alex Sarr makes tip in dunk
  23. 4th Quarter100-106Sion James makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter100-107Moussa Diabate makes free throw 1 of 2
  25. 4th Quarter100-108Moussa Diabate makes free throw 2 of 2
  26. 4th Quarter102-108Alex Sarr makes driving layup (Bub Carrington assists)
  27. 4th Quarter103-108Alex Sarr makes free throw 1 of 1
  28. 4th Quarter103-109Brandon Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 4th Quarter103-110Brandon Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 4th Quarter106-110Bub Carrington makes 26-foot three point jumper (Justin Champagnie assists)
  31. 4th Quarter106-112Brandon Miller makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
  32. 4th Quarter108-112Alex Sarr makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jamir Watkins assists)
  33. 4th Quarter108-114Miles Bridges makes 1-foot driving dunk
  34. 4th Quarter110-114Justin Champagnie makes 2-foot dunk (Bub Carrington assists)
  35. 4th Quarter112-114Jamir Watkins makes tip shot
  36. 4th Quarter112-116LaMelo Ball makes 3-foot driving floating jump shot
  37. 4th Quarter112-117Kon Knueppel makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter115-117Bub Carrington makes 28-foot three pointer
  39. 4th Quarter115-118Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter115-119Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Charlotte Hornets, below favours Washington Wizards.

Venue

  • Spectrum CenterCharlotte, NC
  • Attendance15698
  • OfficialsCourtney Kirkland, Tyler Ricks, Robert Hussey

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