The timing is ripe for Charlotte to upset Orlando. This is Orlando's first game back after a four-game road trip that ended this past Tuesday with a 110-106 win over the Trail Blazers. Even with that victory, the Magic have a losing record during their last nine games. Spread-wise, Orlando is 1-8-1 ATS in its previous 10 games. The Magic remain short-handed with Franz Wagner and Mo Wagner both out, and Jalen Suggs is doubtful. Franz Wagner is the Magic's leading scorer at 22.7 points a game. Charlotte is 3-2 straight-up and 4-1 ATS in its last five games. The Hornets have covered six of their previous eight games. They have scored 126 points or more in four of their last six games. That is nine more points per game than Orlando averages. Take the Hornets on the moneyline.
This pick was released to clients on December 26, 2025 at 10:14AM ET.
Charlotte at Orlando
December 26, 2025
1 unit on Charlotte +205 (moneyline) (risk 1 to return 3.05)
Result:
WIN
WIN
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