Charlotte Hornets vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction and Preview - Nov. 23 | 2025-26 NBA Season

After a two-game road trip, the Atlanta Hawks return home to host the Charlotte Hornets. Sunday’s clash at the State Farm Arena is the first of four regular-season meetings between these Southeast Division rivals.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks Preview, Odds, Betting Tips and Prediction

The Hornets-Hawks to tip off at 6 p.m. ET (3 p.m. PT). The live telecast will be available on FanDuel SN SE. Fans can watch the contest via livestream on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV (restrictions may apply).

Moneyline: Hornets (+225) vs Hawks (-265)

Odds: Hornets (+7.5 -110) vs Hawks (-7.5 -110)

Total (O/U): Hornets (o232.5 -110) vs Hawks (u232.5 -110)

Editor’s Note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed are based on available information at the time of publication.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks Preview

The Charlotte Hornets are in the midst of a tough stretch right now. They come into tonight’s game on a five-game skid and have managed to win merely once in their last nine matchups. Their 4-12 start has dropped them to 12th place in the Eastern Conference.

One positive takeaway has been rookie Kon Knueppel’s production, averaging 18.3 points, 6.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists per game.

Atlanta, on the other hand, has played well even despite Trae Young’s extended absence for most of the season. They boast a 10-7 record, placing them seventh in the East.

Jalen Johnson has taken a major leap and is driving their success. He recently earned player of the week honors and is in the middle of a breakout year, averaging 22.3 points, 9.6 rebounds and 6.6 assists per game, leading Atlanta in each statistical category.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks Predicted Starting 5s

Hornets Starting 5

G: LaMelo Ball | G: Kon Knueppel | F: Brandon Miller | F: Miles Bridges | C: Ryan Kalkbrenner

Hawks Starting 5

G: Dyson Daniels | G: Nickeil Alexander-Walker | F: Zaccharie Risacher | F: Jalen Johnson | C: Kristaps Porzingis

Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks Betting Tips

• Jalen Johnson O/U 22.5 points - Take the over
• LaMelo Ball O/U 7.5 assists - Take the over
• Kristaps Porzingis O/U 5.5 rebounds - Take the over
• Brandon Miller O/U 18.5 points - Take the under

Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks Prediction

Even without Trae Young, the Atlanta Hawks have shown they can compete with top-tier teams, defeating the likes of the LA Lakers and Orlando Magic. Their recent performances prove they have the depth and strength to succeed despite missing their star guard.

Meanwhile, the Hornets enter this matchup with low morale, having dropped five consecutive games. Upsetting the Hawks will be a challenging task for them.

Prediction: Expect the Hawks to win by 11 points.