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Hornets vs. Raptors prediction: Why Toronto is favored to win Friday's NBA matchup [12/5/2025]
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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Charlotte Hornets vs Toronto Raptors predictions for NBA Friday.
NBA action continues on Friday at 7:30PM ET as the Charlotte Hornets face off with the favored Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
Based on the latest simulation results and today’s injury news, Dimers' advanced NBA model projects the Raptors as the most likely winner of the Hornets vs. Raptors game.
This prediction follows the latest NBA Injury Report, which suggests the Raptors lineup will feature players like Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley, while the Hornets will rely on LaMelo Ball, Miles Bridges and Brandon Miller.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and player prop picks.
Hornets vs. Raptors prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using powerful machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the outcome of Friday's NBA matchup between the Hornets and Raptors 10,000 times as part of our NBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Raptors a 70% chance of beating the Hornets. Our predicted final score has the Raptors winning 117-111.
According to our model, the Hornets (+7.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 228.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Hornets vs. Raptors odds
We have researched the best NBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Hornets | Raptors |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +7.5 (-114) | -7.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +240 | -270 |
| Total | o228.5 (-110) | u228.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Hornets vs. Raptors 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 | Hornets +7.5 | -114 |
| Moneyline | Hornets | +240 |
| Total | Under 228.5 | -105 |
According to our best NBA bets for Friday, the top play to make on this game is Hornets +7.5 at the spread.
Hornets vs. Raptors player props
NBA player props are a great way to wager on the Charlotte vs. Toronto game without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Scotiabank Arena.
LaMelo Ball is expected to lead the Hornets with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists, while Brandon Ingram is projected to have 23 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Raptors.
Check out our NBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every game this season.
Hornets prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Hornets are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaMelo Ball | 21 | 5 | 8 | 3 | 44 |
| Miles Bridges | 20 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 39 |
| Brandon Miller | 19 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| Kon Knueppel | 17 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| Moussa Diabate | 8 | 7 | 1 | 0 | 23 |
Raptors prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Raptors:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 23 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 43 |
| Scottie Barnes | 23 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 52 |
| I. Quickley | 19 | 4 | 7 | 3 | 40 |
| Jakob Poeltl | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 33 |
| S. Mamukelashvili | 11 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 24 |
Hornets vs. Raptors game-day updates and essential details
Friday's matchup between the Raptors and Hornets at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to start at 7:30PM ET.
- Who: Charlotte Hornets vs. Toronto Raptors
- Date: Friday, December 5, 2025
- Time: 7:30PM ET/4:30PM PT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
Conclusion
We predict the Raptors, with a 70% win probability, will likely beat the Hornets on Friday, with Scottie Barnes projected for a game-high 52 fantasy points.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Hornets vs. Raptors 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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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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