Charlotte Hornets vs Golden State Warriors Predictions, Odds, Bets & Stats – 03/03/2025

On Sunday, 03/02, the Charlotte Hornets (14-45) will host the Golden State Warriors (32-28) in an inter-conference Regular-Season match-up. The Hornets have been struggling at the 14th spot in the East, whereas the Warriors are 7th in the West. Will the Warriors be able to take care of business against one of the worst teams in the league? Read about the preview, total predictions, and player props here.

Where to Watch Charlotte Hornets vs Golden State Warriors

Time: 7:00 PM (ET)
Venue: Spectrum Center (Charlotte, North Carolina)
Where to watch: This game can be viewed on the NBA League Pass.

Charlotte Hornets vs Golden State Warriors Match Preview

Hornets: Caught in limbo again

The Hornets come into this game after a 13-point loss at home against the Washington Wizards, despite a 24-point, 12-rebound performance by Mark Williams. It was their sixth straight loss. It is the fourth time they have lost at least six in a row, and they keep falling to the lottery without any relief in sight. Their offense was in tatters during February, as they scored just 99.5 points per game(worst). Meanwhile, their defense isn’t good enough to cover their offensive failings.

Expected Starting Lineup

PG: LaMelo Ball | SG: Nick Smith Jr. | SG/SF: Josh Green | SF/PF: Miles Bridges | C: Mark Williams

Injuries: No injuries to report

Warriors: Jimmy Butler has elevated them

The Warriors come into this game after a disappointing 7-point loss against the Philadelphia 76ers despite a 29-point piece by Stephen Curry. The loss broke a five-game winning streak, and the absence of Jimmy Butler was telling. The Warriors are 7-1 with him and didn’t concede more than 115 points in any of these games, meanwhile, they gave up 126 in the last match. Clearly, they need him to be healthy for a deep postseason run.

Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Stephen Curry | SG: Brandin Podziemski | SG/SF: Moses Moody | SF: Jimmy Butler | PF/C: Draymond Green

Injuries: Jimmy Butler and Jonathan Kuminga are QUESTIONABLE.

Charlotte Hornets vs Golden State Warriors Total Over/Under Prediction

The Hornets have struggled to even reach the 100-point mark these days, and even ordinary defensive teams have shut them down. Meanwhile, the Warriors have been in the 119-125 points range lately, indicative of their deep-shooting lineup. Apart from that, the Warriors usually limit teams to around 111 when Butler is available but have often conceded 115+ without him. Update: Butler is available so the Warriors are likely to score around 120 and hold their opponents below 102

Projected Predictions:

Total Under 227.5 for +100 at BetMGM
Hornets: Points Under 102.5 for +190 at BetMGM

Charlotte Hornets Player Props Predictions- Projected Top Bets & Odds

Mark Williams to score at least 18 points: The Hornets Center has scored 20+ in two straight games. He will fancy his chances of getting some easy buckets over the undersized Warriors lineup. I expect him to be in the 19-23 points range.

Nick Smith Jr. to score at least 13 points: The Hornets guard has averaged over 14 PPG since February, going past the 10-point mark in most occasions. I expect him to be in the 13-15 points range here.

Golden State Warriors Player Props Predictions – Projected Top Bets & Odds

Stephen Curry to score at least 30 points: Curry has given his best performances for the season since February. He is hovering around the 30 PPG mark. I expect him to be in the 31-36 points range here.

Buddy Hield to score at least 13 points: Hield is the very definition of inconsistency. He can score 15+ in one game and then 6 in another. He has followed this alternate pattern for a long time. However, he has scored in the single digits in three of the last four games. I expect him to break the funk here and be in the 14-17 points range.

Charlotte Hornets vs Golden State Warriors Match Prediction

The Warriors are light-years better than the Hornets and will enter with an overwhelming advantage. Thus, they may even opt to rest Jimmy Butler because of his back spasms. As for the Hornets, they are losing their confidence with each day and are desperate for even keeping their losses in single digits. I believe the Warriors will deny this desire and win by at least 14 points.

Safe Spread Pick: Warriors -13.5 for +100 at BetMGM

Photo Credit: Cary Edmondson- Imagn Images

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!