{"id":518157,"date":"2026-01-05T13:49:09","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T13:49:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/518157\/"},"modified":"2026-01-05T13:49:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T13:49:09","slug":"prediction-and-betting-odds-for-hornets-vs-thunder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/518157\/","title":{"rendered":"Prediction and betting odds for Hornets vs. Thunder"},"content":{"rendered":"

The\u00a0Oklahoma City Thunder<\/a>\u00a0play the Charlotte Hornets<\/a> on Monday, and if you\u2019re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you\u2019re in luck! We\u2019ll give you the latest point spread, money line odds and over\/under number, as well as the information you\u2019ll need to make the smartest bet.<\/p>\n

This will be the second matchup of the season between the two squads. Last time, OKC cruised to a win<\/a> on Nov. 15.<\/p>\n

The Thunder (30-6) look to bounce back from a 108-105 loss<\/a> to the Phoenix Suns<\/a> on Sunday. Devin Booker scored the game-winning 3-pointer in the final seconds. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggled with 25 points on 8-of-22 shooting.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, the Hornets (12-23) enjoyed a 112-99 win over the Chicago Bulls<\/a> on Saturday. Miles Bridges had 26 points and 14 rebounds in the upset victory. Much-needed for a team that’s fallen in the standings.<\/p>\n

The lines, courtesy of BetMGMPoint spread: Thunder -15.5Money line: Hornets +700 \/ Thunder -1100Over-under: 232.5Hornets vs. Thunder injury updates<\/p>\n

Thunder:\u00a0Not yet submitted.<\/p>\n

Hornets:\u00a0Kon Knueppel (hip contusion) is questionable. Brandon Miller (knee contusion) is probable. Moussa Diabate (wrist sprain) is questionable. Tidjane Salaun (ankle sprain) is questionable. Ryan Kalkbrenner (elbow sprain) is out. Mason Plumlee (groin surgery) is out. Grant Williams (knee surgery) is out. KJ Simpson (G League two-way) is out.<\/p>\n

Probable starting lineups<\/p>\n

Oklahoma City Thunder<\/p>\n

Shai Gilgeous-AlexanderCason WallaceLu DortJalen WilliamsChet Holmgren<\/p>\n

Charlotte Hornets<\/p>\n

LaMelo BallKon KnueppelMiles BridgesBrandon MillerPJ HallAdvice and prediction<\/p>\n

The blessings of a back-to-back. The Thunder can wash away the bad taste of a sour loss to the Suns less than 24 hours later. Gilgeous-Alexander had a rare stinker. This should be the perfect get-right opportunity. The Hornets are one of the NBA’s worst defenses. The reigning MVP should return to business as usual with an efficient 30-plus points. OKC has been nearly unbeatable at home. Charlotte is on the opposite side of the NBA highway. This should be a stress-free win for the reigning NBA champions.<\/p>\n

Prediction:\u00a0Thunder 122, Hornets 97<\/p>\n

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