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Hornets vs. Warriors prediction: Golden State to win, Stephen Curry projected for 29 points in Saturday's NBA game [1/17/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Golden State Warriors predictions for NBA Saturday.
The Golden State Warriors will take on the Charlotte Hornets in NBA action at Chase Center on Saturday, starting at 8:30 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations and today’s injury news, Dimers' proven NBA model projects the Warriors as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Warriors game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Warriors lineup will feature players like Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and De'Anthony Melton, while the Hornets will look to Brandon Miller, LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Warriors prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Saturday's NBA game between the Hornets and Warriors 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model gives the Warriors a 75% chance of defeating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Warriors winning 120-113.
According to our model, the bookmakers have got it right, and the Hornets and Warriors each have a 50% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 235.5 points also has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Hornets vs. Warriors odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Warriors |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7.5 (-105) | -7.5 (-108) |
| Moneyline | +240 | -260 |
| Total | o235.5 (-115) | u235.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Warriors picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Hornets +7.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Warriors | -260 |
| Total | Under 235.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Saturday, the top play to make on this game is Warriors to win.
Hornets vs. Warriors player props
Looking for Hornets vs. Warriors NBA player props? We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Chase Center.
Brandon Miller is expected to lead the Hornets with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists, while Stephen Curry is projected to have 29 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists for the Warriors.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and today's NBA first basket picks.
Hornets prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Hornets are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Miller | 20 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 38 |
| LaMelo Ball | 20 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 41 |
| Kon Knueppel | 18 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 34 |
| Miles Bridges | 17 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 35 |
| Collin Sexton | 11 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 20 |
Warriors prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Warriors:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Curry | 29 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 49 |
| Jimmy Butler | 21 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 41 |
| D. Melton | 12 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 24 |
| Moses Moody | 11 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 21 |
| B. Podziemski | 10 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 23 |
Hornets vs. Warriors game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's matchup between the Warriors and Hornets at Chase Center is scheduled to commence at 8:30 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 8:30 PM ET/5:30PM PT
- Venue: Chase Center
Conclusion
We predict the Warriors, with a 75% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Saturday, with Stephen Curry projected for a game-high 49 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Warriors insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are based on up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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