Hornets vs 76ers Prediction
Both teams are on the end of a back-to-back; the Hornets should have the edge at home, but I just can’t get there. The Hornets are still without Grant Williams, Coby White, and Kon Knueppel. That’s three key players in their rotation, and that much lost production is hard to overcome.
The 76ers are deep with experience and talent, so even with a player or two resting, there’s enough to get the job done. We saw it last night when the 76ers beat the Knicks without Jaylen Brown. The 76ers have won nine of the last 10 games against the Hornets. We’re laying less than a full bucket. I’ll lay the chalk with the 76ers.
76ers Betting Preview
The Philadelphia 76ers beat the Pacers and Knicks, and they play the Bulls next. The 76ers have won 14 of their last 20 regular season games.
The Philadelphia 76ers are averaging 108.7 points on 43.7 percent shooting and allowing 105 points on 42.4 percent shooting. Tyrese Maxey is averaging 28.4 points and 4.6 assists, while Joel Embiid is averaging 21.5 points and 10 rebounds. Jaylen Brown is the third double-digit scorer, and LeBron James is grabbing 6.5 rebounds. The Philadelphia 76ers are shooting 33 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Philadelphia 76ers are allowing 31.4 percent shooting from deep and grabbing 41.7 rebounds per game.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Pistons and Wizards, and they play the Pistons next. The Hornets have won 13 of their last 20 games.
The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 97.3 points on 39.5 percent shooting and allowing 106 points on 45.3 percent shooting. Brandon Miller is averaging 25.6 points and 1.8 assists, while Naz Reid is averaging 17 points and 8.8 rebounds. Grayson Allen is the third double-digit scorer, and Dennis Schroder is dishing out 4.8 assists. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 28.7 percent from beyond the arc and 82 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 48.7 rebounds per game.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Hornets have won five of their last six games as underdogs on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The 76ers have lost two of their last three games as road favorites against Eastern Conference opponents following a win.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in each of their last 10 games as underdogs on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The 76ers have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against the Hornets after winning as underdogs.
Why the Philadelphia 76ers will win
- The 76ers have won each of their last 12 night games against the Hornets.
- The Hornets have lost each of their last 10 games on the second leg of a back-to-back against the 76ers.
- The 76ers have covered the spread in seven of their last eight road games on the second leg of a back-to-back.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games as home underdogs following a road loss.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Hornets’ last 16 games against Atlantic Division opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Seven of the 76ers’ last eight night games have gone UNDER the total points line.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- Dennis Schroder has recorded six games with 3+ assists this season – equal to the most of any player in the league.
- Naz Reid ranks 1st amongst qualified Centers for three-pointers made per game (2.8) this season.
Philadelphia 76ers Player Facts
- Tyrese Maxey has recorded six games with 3+ assists this season- the most of any player in the league.
- LeBron James is one of only four qualified players in the league averaging at least 7.0 rebounds and 7.0 assists this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets rank 30th in the league for points per game this season (97.3).
- The Hornets rank 30th in the league for assists per game this season (20.8).
- The 76ers rank 1st in the league for opponent assists per game this season (22.8).
- The 76ers rank 30th in the league for opponent rebounds per game this season (51.2).