Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets Picks and Prediction for Monday December 29 2025

By: Eddie Kline Published 12/29/2025, 03:15 AM ET

Bucks Preview

The Monday NBA schedule will get underway with a matchup between the Milwaukee Bucks and the Charlotte Hornets from the Spectrum Center. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Bucks (13-19) have dropped 11 of their first 16 road games and are 1.5 games behind Atlanta for tenth place in the Eastern Conference standings. On Saturday, Milwaukee outscored Chicago in each quarter to earn a 112-103 road victory.

Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo returned from injury to lead all scorers with 29 points (10-15 FG) and eight rebounds. Milwaukee G Ryan Rollins contributed 20 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. Veteran F Bobby Portis added 17 points and 11 minutes off the bench for the Bucks.

Hornets Preview

The Charlotte Hornets are a game below .500 at home and are trying to snap a nine-year postseason drought. The Hornets (11-20) rank in the bottom third of the league in defensive efficiency and are giving up 118.4 points per contest. On Friday, Charlotte connected on 19-for-39 from the three-point line during a 120-105 road triumph against Orlando.

Charlotte G LaMelo Ball tallied a team-high 22 points (4-10 3 PT), seven rebounds, and five assists. Miles Bridges and rookie G Kon Knueppel scored 16 points apiece on a combined 11-for-20 shooting effort. Tidjane Salaun added 14 points and nine rebounds in 22 minutes in a reserve role.

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Bucks vs Hornets Pick

Charlotte G Kon Knueppel is dealing with a sprained right ankle and is listed as questionable for this game. These two teams rank in the bottom half of the league in defensive efficiency, so this should be a high-scoring affair. The Hornets have the edge on the glass and will win at home. Final Score Prediction, Charlotte Hornets win 116-113. Make sure you know about how the fans are looking on prediction markets for the Bucks with the Thrillz promo code. Make the most of your bets on the Hornets by using the sportsbook promos. Make sure when you place your Bucks vs Hornets bet you are using the bet365 bonus code.

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