Live Betting - Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets February 21, 2026
Who is favored to win in Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets?
The Cleveland Cavaliers are heavily favored to win against the Charlotte Hornets with moneyline odds of -650, reflecting their superior roster strength after acquiring James Harden. The Cavaliers are projected to win by 11.2 points with an 80% straight-up probability, while the Hornets enter as underdogs at +470 with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.
What time is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets?
The match starts at 12:00 AM UTC on February 21, 2026, which corresponds to 7:00 PM ET on February 20, 2026 for Eastern Time viewers.
Where is Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets being held?
The game will be played at Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, home of the Cleveland Cavaliers. The arena has a capacity of 19,432 seats and serves as one of the premier venues in the NBA.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets prediction & odds - who wins?
The Cavaliers are projected to win with a spread of -12.5 points and moneyline odds of -650. Cleveland has won 8 of their last 10 games and recently acquired James Harden to bolster their Eastern Conference championship odds at +320, making them favorites to represent the East in the 2026 NBA Finals.
What is the head to head record between Cleveland Cavaliers vs Charlotte Hornets?
The Cavaliers hold a significant advantage in recent matchups against the Hornets. Cleveland's balanced scoring attack with seven players averaging double figures, led by Donovan Mitchell's 25.2 points per game, contrasts sharply with Charlotte's inconsistent performance despite their surprising 9-0 streak from late January through early February.