Charlotte Hornets vs Washington Wizards Picks and Predictions for Sunday, February 22, 2026

By: Cameron Ross Published 02/22/2026, 01:05 AM ET

Charlotte vs Washington Information

The Charlotte Hornets will be on the road Sunday night for the 6:00 PM matchup against the Washington Wizards in Washington, DC. Charlotte has 26 wins and 31 losses this season, coming into this matchup after losing three of the last five, including two in a row, following a 15-point loss to Cleveland in their last outing. The Washington Wizards stay home Sunday with sixteen wins and 39 losses, riding a two-game winning streak after a 13-point home victory against Indiana. Stay in the action with our NBA Picks.

Charlotte Preview

The Charlotte offense has been lackluster this season, averaging 115.4 points on 46% shoot from the floor. Defensively, the Hornets are allowing 113.7 points per game this season through 57 games played. Brandon Miller leads the Charlotte offense this season, averaging 20.5 points per game. LaMelo Ball is second on the roster, averaging 19.1 points to go along with the team-leading 7.4 assists. Rooke Kon Knueppel averages a third-best 18.8 points per game this season. Big man Moussa Diabate averages 8.2 points to go along with the team-leading 8.6 rebounds per game.

Washington Preview

Offensively, Washington is averaging only 112.1 points on 46% year from the field this season, but the Wizards have averaged 121.5 points per game over the last two wins. Defensively, Washington is allowing 122.7 points per game this season, but 111.5 during its current 2-game winning streak. Alex Sarr leads the Washington offense this season with 17.4 points per game to go along with a team-leading 7.8 rebounds. Kyshawn George is averaging 14.9 points to go along with a team-leading 4.7. Trey Johnson averages 12.8 points in nearly 25 minutes per game.

Charlotte vs Washington Prediction

Both teams have been below average so far this season, as each is well below .500. Look for Charlotte to end their recent losing streak against one of the worst teams in the Eastern Conference on Sunday. Take the Hornets do the jobs and get the win and cover Sunday night. Final Score Prediction, Charlotte Hornets win and cover 115-104.

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