Charlotte Hornets vs Detroit Pistons Player Prop Picks 11-21-24 Picks

Charlotte Hornets vs Detroit Pistons Player Prop Picks 11-21-24

The Detroit Pistons will face the Charlotte Hornets on November 21, 2024, at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. This matchup features two teams looking to build momentum in the Eastern Conference.

Detroit has been competitive, led by Cade Cunningham, who averages 23.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 8.8 assists per game. They rely heavily on Cunningham’s playmaking and contributions from players like Jaden Ivey and Jalen Duren on the boards. Charlotte leans on LaMelo Ball, averaging 28.4 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 6.6 assists. His scoring and court vision drive the Hornets’ offense, supported by Brandon Miller and Miles Bridges.

The Pistons are coming off a loss to the Bulls but had solid performances against the Wizards and Raptors earlier in the week. The Hornets recently fell to the Nets and Cavaliers but had a narrow win against the Bucks. This should be a fun and close game with both teams being led by young cores. 

Brandon Miller Under 4.5 Rebounds

Brandon Miller has been averaging 4.1 rebounds per game across his first nine games of the 2024-25 NBA season, with a breakdown of approximately 0.6 offensive rebounds and 3.5 defensive rebounds per game. These numbers reflect his role as a forward for the Charlotte Hornets. Over the course of the season, his rebounding performance has varied slightly depending on matchups and minutes played.

Brandon Miller has been inconsistent from a rebounding perspective this season. The oddsmakers continue to set his rebounding line at 4.5 even though he hasn’t secured over 4 boards in 3 of his last 4 games. He has a tough matchup against the Pistons who’ve been strong on the glass this season. They’re giving up an average of 51.1 rebounds per game to opponents this season which is well below the league average. I’m going to continue to follow the trend and take the under on Miller’s rebounds. 

Cade Cunningham Over 9.5 Assists

Cade Cunningham has been showcasing impressive playmaking skills so far this season. He is averaging 8.8 assists per game across 16 games, ranking him among the top facilitators in the league. This season, Cunningham has consistently delivered double-digit assist performances, with his highest being 13 assists in a game against Atlanta on November 8, 2024. Additionally, his assist totals highlight his ability to create opportunities in transition and half-court sets while managing turnovers well for a primary ball-handler.

Cade Cunningham is turning into an elite player right in front of our eyes. We’ve seen him record at least 9 assists in his last 6 games. In his last 4 games, he recorded 10+ assists in every game. I don’t see Cade slowing down against this Hornets team. This Hornets team allows 26.5 assists per game to opposing teams which is the 10th most in the league. Once again, Cunningham will be the focal point of this Pistons offense.

LaMelo Ball Over 26.5 Points

LaMelo Ball has been putting up strong scoring numbers so far this season. Through 14 games, he is averaging 28.4 points per game while shooting 43.5% from the field. His three-point shooting stands at 36.1% on 12.8 attempts per game, and he is converting 88.2% of his free throws. Ball’s scoring efficiency translates to a 57.5% true shooting percentage, reflecting his ability to draw fouls and hit shots from deep effectively.

I’ve been taking the over on LaMelo Ball’s points all season and it’s been paying. We’ve seen him get 30+ points in 9 games out of 14 games he’s played in. He’s coming off a game where he only scored 12 points against the Brooklyn Nets but I like him to bounce back in this one. We’ve seen this season when LaMelo Ball has a quiet scoring night he usually explodes for a big night his following game.