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Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers predictions, Jan 21, 2026

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As the Charlotte Hornets prepare to host the Cleveland Cavaliers on January 21, 2026, both teams are entering this matchup with a similar recent form, each having won 3 of their last 5 games. The Hornets, playing at home, will look to capitalize on their familiar environment, while the Cavaliers aim to leverage their momentum and away performance.

Charlotte has demonstrated a developing offensive game, with an emphasis on ball movement and perimeter shooting. Their ability to maximize scoring opportunities will be pivotal against Cleveland’s versatile defense. On the other hand, the Cavaliers have shown resilience, relying on a strong rebounding game and transition play to disrupt their opponents’ rhythm.

Bookmakers’ odds currently favor the Cavaliers at 1.71 for an away win compared to the Hornets at 2.11 for a home victory, reflecting confidence in Cleveland’s recent viability. The model predicts a 45.5% likelihood of a home win for Charlotte against a 54.5% probability for an away victory for Cleveland.

In conclusion, both teams bring effective strategies to the court, and while the odds tilt slightly in favor of the Cavaliers, the matchup remains open-ended, with potential for either side to claim victory.

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Charlotte
44.2%		 Cleveland
55.8%

Prediction (the most likely score): 117:120

Outrights of NBA Cleveland Cavaliers: 3.17% Charlotte Hornets: 0.09%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
2.18 1.68
2.03 1.66
2.1 1.73
2.17 1.75
2.15 1.71

Latest Results

18.01.26 Denver Nuggets – Charlotte Hornets – 87:110
17.01.26 Golden State Warriors – Charlotte Hornets – 136:116
15.01.26 Los Angeles Lakers – Charlotte Hornets – 117:135
12.01.26 Los Angeles Clippers – Charlotte Hornets – 117:109
10.01.26 Utah Jazz – Charlotte Hornets – 95:150		 19.01.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Oklahoma City Thunder – 104:136
16.01.26 Philadelphia 76ers – Cleveland Cavaliers – 115:117
14.01.26 Philadelphia 76ers – Cleveland Cavaliers – 107:133
12.01.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Utah Jazz – 112:123
10.01.26 Cleveland Cavaliers – Minnesota Timberwolves – 146:134

Facts

  • A mid-table team and an outsider will play in this match (ranked 12 and 7 in the zone Promotion ~ NBA (Promotion ~ Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Charlotte won 1.
  • The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.
  • Recently, Charlotte has had a series of away games.
  • The chances of victory for both teams are nearly identical in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Charlotte won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 12 matches, and goals 2201:2234. (average 110.1:111.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Charlotte won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1049:1079. (average 104.9:107.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    22.12.25 Cleveland Cavaliers – Charlotte Hornets – 139:132
    14.12.25 Cleveland Cavaliers – Charlotte Hornets – 111:119 OT
    07.03.25 Charlotte Hornets – Cleveland Cavaliers – 117:118
    05.01.25 Cleveland Cavaliers – Charlotte Hornets – 115:105
    07.12.24 Charlotte Hornets – Cleveland Cavaliers – 102:116

    Standings

    2025/26

    Western Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Oklahoma City Thunder 44 36 8 5342:4750 0.818
    2 San Antonio Spurs 43 30 13 5072:4845 0.698
    3 Denver Nuggets 43 29 14 5234:5032 0.674
    4 Minnesota Timberwolves 43 27 16 5162:4933 0.628
    5 Houston Rockets 40 25 15 4684:4426 0.625
    6 Phoenix Suns 44 27 17 5046:4920 0.614
    7 Los Angeles Lakers 41 25 16 4769:4785 0.610
    8 Golden State Warriors 44 25 19 5133:4983 0.568
    9 Portland Trail Blazers 44 22 22 5115:5200 0.500
    10 Los Angeles Clippers 42 19 23 4721:4754 0.452
    11 Memphis Grizzlies 41 18 23 4719:4758 0.439
    12 Dallas Mavericks 44 18 26 5024:5130 0.409
    13 Utah Jazz 43 14 29 5123:5484 0.326
    14 Sacramento Kings 43 12 31 4756:5181 0.279
    15 New Orleans Pelicans 45 10 35 5171:5500 0.222

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W L PCT
    1 Detroit Pistons 41 31 10 4811:4513 0.756
    2 Boston Celtics 42 26 16 4902:4619 0.619
    3 New York Knicks 43 25 18 5069:4940 0.581
    4 Toronto Raptors 44 25 19 4993:4938 0.568
    5 Philadelphia 76ers 42 23 19 4895:4846 0.548
    6 Orlando Magic 42 23 19 4876:4837 0.548
    7 Cleveland Cavaliers 44 24 20 5264:5184 0.545
    8 Miami Heat 43 22 21 5130:5086 0.512
    9 Chicago Bulls 42 20 22 4932:5051 0.476
    10 Atlanta Hawks 45 20 25 5286:5355 0.444
    11 Milwaukee Bucks 42 18 24 4721:4856 0.429
    12 Charlotte Hornets 43 16 27 5006:5006 0.372
    13 Brooklyn Nets 41 12 29 4467:4687 0.293
    14 Washington Wizards 42 10 32 4727:5190 0.238
    15 Indiana Pacers 44 10 34 4843:5204 0.227

    NBA Outrights

    1. Oklahoma City Thunder: 2.2 (41%)

    2. Denver Nuggets: 7.25 (12.44%)

    3. San Antonio Spurs: 12.5 (7.22%)

    4. New York Knicks: 16 (5.64%)

    5. Detroit Pistons: 17.5 (5.15%)

    6. Boston Celtics: 18.5 (4.88%)

    7. Houston Rockets: 19 (4.75%)

    8. Minnesota Timberwolves: 27.5 (3.28%)

    9. Cleveland Cavaliers: 28.5 (3.17%)

    10. Los Angeles Lakers: 33.5 (2.69%)

    11. Orlando Magic: 51 (1.77%)

    12. Philadelphia 76ers: 56 (1.61%)

    13. Los Angeles Clippers: 78.5 (1.15%)

    14. Golden State Warriors: 78.5 (1.15%)

    15. Miami Heat: 81 (1.11%)

    16. Atlanta Hawks: 151 (0.6%)

    17. Phoenix Suns: 176 (0.51%)

    18. Toronto Raptors: 176 (0.51%)

    19. Milwaukee Bucks: 201 (0.45%)

    20. Dallas Mavericks: 626 (0.14%)

    21. Chicago Bulls: 751 (0.12%)

    22. Portland Trail Blazers: 1001 (0.09%)

    23. Charlotte Hornets: 1001 (0.09%)

    24. Washington Wizards: 1251 (0.07%)

    25. Brooklyn Nets: 1251 (0.07%)

    26. Utah Jazz: 1251 (0.07%)

    27. Memphis Grizzlies: 1251 (0.07%)

    28. New Orleans Pelicans: 1251 (0.07%)

    29. Indiana Pacers: 1501 (0.06%)

    30. Sacramento Kings: 1501 (0.06%)

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