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Hornets vs. Timberwolves prediction: Why Charlotte is favored to win Sunday's NBA matchup [4/5/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Minnesota Timberwolves predictions for NBA Sunday.
NBA action continues on Sunday at 7:00 PM ET as the Charlotte Hornets square off with the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center.
Based on updated simulation results and today’s injury updates, Dimers' advanced NBA model predicts the Hornets as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Timberwolves game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Timberwolves lineup will feature stars like Julius Randle, Ayo Dosunmu and Naz Reid, while the Hornets will be led by LaMelo Ball, Brandon Miller and Kon Knueppel.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Wolves prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Sunday's NBA game between the Hornets and Timberwolves, forming part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model currently gives the Hornets a 63% chance of defeating the Timberwolves. Our predicted final score has the Hornets winning 115-111.
According to our model, the Timberwolves (+4.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 226.5 points has a 52% chance of going over.
Hornets vs. Timberwolves odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -4.5 (-105) | +4.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | -175 | +155 |
| Total | o226.5 (-105) | u226.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Timberwolves picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available 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 | Timberwolves +4.5 | -105 |
| Moneyline | Hornets | -175 |
| Total | Over 226.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Sunday, the top play to make on this game is Timberwolves +4.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Hornets vs. Timberwolves player props
NBA player props are a great way to wager on Sunday's Hornets vs. Timberwolves matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.
LaMelo Ball is expected to lead the Hornets with 22 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists, while Julius Randle is projected to have 22 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Timberwolves.
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 | 22 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 46 |
| Brandon Miller | 22 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 40 |
| Kon Knueppel | 20 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 36 |
| Miles Bridges | 16 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 30 |
| Coby White | 14 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 27 |
Timberwolves prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Timberwolves:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 22 | 6 | 5 | 1 | 42 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 17 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| Naz Reid | 14 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 29 |
| Bones Hyland | 13 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 26 |
| D. DiVincenzo | 12 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 28 |
Hornets vs. Wolves game-day updates and essential details
Sunday's action between the Timberwolves and Hornets at Target Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00 PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Sunday, April 5, 2026
- Time: 7:00 PM ET/4:00PM PT
- Venue: Target Center
Conclusion
We predict the Hornets, with a 63% win probability, will likely beat the Timberwolves on Sunday, with LaMelo Ball projected for a game-high 46 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Timberwolves insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are sourced from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice, head to our responsible gambling hub.
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