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Hornets vs. Clippers prediction: Clippers favored to win Monday's NBA matchup [1/12/2026]
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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Los Angeles Clippers predictions for NBA Monday.
The Los Angeles Clippers and Charlotte Hornets are scheduled to meet in NBA action at Intuit Dome on Monday, starting at 10:30 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Clippers as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Clippers game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Clippers lineup will feature players like James Harden, Kawhi Leonard and John Collins, while the Hornets will look to LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Clippers prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's NBA matchup between the Hornets and Clippers 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives the Clippers a 66% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Clippers winning 112-108.
According to our model, the Hornets (+4.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 221.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Hornets vs. Clippers odds
We have sourced the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Clippers |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +4.5 (-102) | -4.5 (-118) |
| Moneyline | +160 | -185 |
| Total | o221.5 (-115) | u221.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Clippers 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 +4.5 | -102 |
| Moneyline | Clippers | -185 |
| Total | Under 221.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Monday, the top play to make on this game is Hornets +4.5 at the spread.
Hornets vs. Clippers player props
Looking for Hornets vs. Clippers NBA prop bets? We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Intuit Dome.
LaMelo Ball is expected to lead the Hornets with 19 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while James Harden is projected to have 24 points, 5 rebounds and 9 assists for the Clippers.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 19 | 5 | 7 | 3 | 41 |
| Brandon Miller | 18 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 35 |
| Miles Bridges | 18 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 35 |
| Kon Knueppel | 18 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| Moussa Diabate | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 22 |
Clippers prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Clippers:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| James Harden | 24 | 5 | 9 | 3 | 50 |
| Kawhi Leonard | 24 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 42 |
| John Collins | 18 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 34 |
| Ivica Zubac | 15 | 10 | 3 | 0 | 36 |
| Kris Dunn | 10 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 25 |
Hornets vs. Clippers game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Clippers and Hornets at Intuit Dome is scheduled to begin at 10:30 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Los Angeles Clippers
- Date: Monday, January 12, 2026
- Time: 10:30 PM ET/7:30PM PT
- Venue: Intuit Dome
Conclusion
We predict the Clippers, with a 66% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Monday, with James Harden projected for a game-high 50 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Clippers insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from the latest 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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