Dallas Mavericks (23-19) vs. Charlotte Hornets (10-28)
January 20, 2025 12:00 pm EDT
The Line: Charlotte Hornets +5.5; Over/Under: 223.5
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The Dallas Mavericks and Charlotte Hornets meet Monday in NBA action at the Spectrum Center. Here’s a Hornets vs Mavericks Prediction. This article will include a Hornets vs Mavericks Pick.
Dallas Mavericks Betting Preview
The Dallas Mavericks lost to the Pelicans, beat the Thunder, and they play the Timberwolves, Thunder, and Celtics next. The Dallas Mavericks are averaging 115.4 points on 47.7 percent shooting and allowing 111.8 points on 45.4 percent shooting. Luka Doncic is averaging 28.1 points and 7.8 assists, while Kyrie Irving is averaging 23.9 points and 4.6 rebounds. Klay Thompson is the third double-digit scorer and PJ Washington is grabbing 7.8 rebounds. The Dallas Mavericks are shooting 37.2 percent from beyond the arc and 77 percent from the free throw line. The Dallas Mavericks are allowing 35.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.5 rebounds per game.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
The Charlotte Hornets beat the Jazz and Bulls, and they play the Grizzlies, Trail Blazers, and Pelicans next. The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 107.1 points on 43 percent shooting and allowing 112.7 points on 46.6 percent shooting. LaMelo Ball is averaging 29.5 points and 5.3 rebounds, while Brandon Miller is averaging 21 points and 4.9 rebounds. Miles Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and Mark Williams is grabbing 9.3 rebounds. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 34.2 percent from beyond the arc and 77.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 46.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Mavericks have lost each of their last five road games.
- The Hornets have won each of their last five home games against Southwest Division opponents after winning as underdogs.
- The Mavericks have failed to cover the spread in seven of their last eight games following a win.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in each of their last five home games against Southwest Division opponents after winning as underdogs.
Why the Dallas Mavericks will win
- The Hornets have lost each of their last 16 home games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Mavericks have won each of their last 10 games as favorites against Southeast Division opponents.
- The Mavericks have covered the spread in each of their last six games as favorites against Southeast Division opponents.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five home games against Southwest Division opponents that held a winning record.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- LaMelo Ball ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.3) this season.
- Miles Bridges ranks 5th amongst qualified Forwards for FT% (89.5%) this season.
Dallas Mavericks Player Facts
- Kyrie Irving ranks 11th amongst qualified players for 3P% (43.2%) this season.
- Klay Thompson ranks 14th amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (3.9) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets rank 30th in the league for field goal percentage this season (43.0%).
- The Hornets have missed the playoffs in eight consecutive seasons – the longest active streak in the NBA
- The Mavericks rank T3rd in the league for Q4 win percentage this season (59.5%).
- The Dallas Mavericks are one of only three teams to win a road game against the Thunder this season.
Hornets vs Mavericks Injury Report
Tidjane Salaun is day-to-day for the Charlotte Hornets after being assigned to the G League.
The Mavs will continue to be without Dante Exum, Dereck Lively II, and Luka Doncic. Dwight Powell and Jaden Hardy are also out for the Mavs.
Hornets vs Mavericks Prediction
These lines with the Hornets never make sense. The Hornets are as healthy as they’ve been all season, and it’s not a coincidence they’ve won three of their last four games. The Hornets just beat the Bulls on the road as five-point underdogs. Now you’re giving the Hornets a decent amount of points at home against the banged-up Mavs? The Mavericks have lost seven of their last 10 games and have failed to cover eight of those contests. Also, early starts usually favor the home team. This is an early spot for a team used to playing on central time. With no Luka or Lively, I wouldn’t be shocked if the young Hornets win this game outright. I’ll gladly grab the points with the Hornets.
