The Charlotte Hornets and Philadelphia 76ers meet Saturday in NBA action at the Xfinity Mobile Arena. Here’s a 76ers vs Hornets Prediction. This article will include a 76ers vs Hornets Pick.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
The Charlotte Hornets beat the Nets, and they play the Wizards and Heat next. The Hornets look for their first 2-0 start since the 2021-22 season.
The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 136 points on 53.3 percent shooting and allowing 117 points on 44.3 percent shooting. Brandon Miller is averaging 25 points and 7 assists, while LaMelo Ball is averaging 20 points and 2 rebounds. Miles Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and Collin Sexton is grabbing 1 rebound. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 47.2 percent from beyond the arc and 69.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 35 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 50 rebounds per game.
Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Celtics, and they play the Magic and Wizards next. The 76ers look for their first 2-0 start since the 2020-21 season.
The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 117 points on 45.9 percent shooting and allowing 116 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 40 points and 6 assists, while VJ Edgecombe is averaging 34 points and 7 rebounds. Dominick Barlow is the third double-digit scorer and Kelly Oubre Jr. is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 40 percent from beyond the arc and 76.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 25.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 40 rebounds per game.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The Hornets have lost each of their last 14 road games against Atlantic Division opponents.
- The 76ers have won each of their last 10 games against the Hornets.
- The favorites have covered the spread in six of the Hornets’ last seven games.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in 10 of their last 12 games as underdogs.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The 76ers have lost each of their last 13 home games against Eastern Conference opponents.
- The road team has won each of the 76ers’ last four games.
- The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last 12 games as home favorites.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in each of their last seven games against the 76ers following a home win.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Hornets’ last seven games on the first leg of a back-to-back have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Eight of the 76ers’ last nine home games against Southeast Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
Philadelphia 76ers Player Facts
- Kelly Oubre Jr. ranks T1st amongst qualified players for FT% (100.0%) this season.
- Joel Embiid ranks T1st amongst qualified players for FT% (100.0%) this season.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- Ryan Kalkbrenner ranks T1st in the Eastern Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (83.3%) this season.
- Brandon Miller ranks T5th amongst qualified players for assist:turnover ratio (7.0) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The 76ers rank 1st in the league for opponent assists per game this season (16.0).
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for steals per game this season (3.0).
- The Hornets rank 1st in the league for points per game this season (136.0).
- The Hornets rank 1st in the league for point differential per game this season (+19.0).
76ers vs Hornets Injury Report
The 76ers will be without Trendon Watford, Paul George, and Jared McCain. Justin Edwards is probable despite a ribs issue.
The Hornets don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
76ers vs Hornets Prediction
The 76ers got a nice feel good win over the Celtics, and you’d think they’d be able to get the job done at home against a franchise known for losing. However, the 76ers are a banged up team that I still don’t trust, and one win doesn’t move the needle. Also, if you read my first Hornets write up, you’d know I like this Hornets roster and believe this is a playoff team in the East if they take things seriously.
It’s one game against the Nets, but the Hornets were cooking offensively. There’s talent and potential on this Hornets roster. Until proven wrong, I’m going to grab points where I can get them with the Hornets.