The Phoenix Suns and Charlotte Hornets meet Tuesday in NBA action at the Spectrum Center. Here’s a Hornets vs Suns Prediction. This article will include a Hornets vs Suns Pick.
Phoenix Suns Betting Preview
The Phoenix Suns lost to the Pacers, beat the 76ers, and they play the Hawks, Jazz, and Wizards next. The Phoenix Suns are averaging 112 points on 46.9 percent shooting and allowing 113.9 points on 46.8 percent shooting. Kevin Durant is averaging 27.6 points and 6.6 rebounds, while Devin Booker is averaging 24.6 points and 3.8 rebounds. Bradley Beal is the third double-digit scorer and Tyus Jones is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The Phoenix Suns are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 79.6 percent from the free throw line. The Phoenix Suns are allowing 36.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 42.6 rebounds per game.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview
The Charlotte Hornets lost to the Pistons and Cavs, and they play the Lakers, Clippers, and Jazz next. The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 105.8 points on 42.6 percent shooting and allowing 112.5 points on 46.5 percent shooting. LaMelo Ball is averaging 29.8 points and 5.2 rebounds, while Brandon Miller is averaging 21.5 points and 5 rebounds. Miles Bridges is the third double-digit scorer and Tre Mann is grabbing 2.9 rebounds. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 34.3 percent from beyond the arc and 76.6 percent from the free-throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 45.9 rebounds per game.
Why the Charlotte Hornets will win
- The Suns have lost each of their last five games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents following a win.
- The Hornets have won four of their last five games against Western Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Suns have failed to cover the spread in each of their last seven games as road favorites against Southeast Division opponents following a win.
- The Hornets have covered the spread in five of their last six games as home underdogs against Pacific Division opponents following a loss.
Why the Phoenix Suns will win
- The Hornets have lost each of their last 10 games.
- The favorites have won each of the Hornets’ last 10 games at Spectrum Center.
- The Suns have covered the spread in each of their last four night games at Spectrum Center.
- The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four home games against Pacific Division opponents that held a losing record.
Charlotte Hornets Player Facts
- LaMelo Ball ranks 1st amongst qualified players for three-pointers made Per Game (4.4) this season.
- Brandon Miller ranks 1st amongst qualified Forwards for three-pointers made Per Game (4.0) this season.
Phoenix Suns Player Facts
- Tyus Jones ranks 4th amongst qualified players for assist:turnover ratio (4.8) this season.
- Kevin Durant ranks 5th amongst qualified players for points per game (27.4) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Hornets rank 30th in the league for field goal percentage this season (42.6%).
- The Hornets have missed the playoffs in eight consecutive seasons – the longest active streak in the NBA
- The Suns rank 30th for points in the paint (1398) this season.
- The Suns rank 30th for points in the paint per game (41.1) this season.
Hornets vs Suns Prediction
The Phoenix Suns are going to be favored for obvious reasons, but they’re still not a team I trust night-to-night. The Suns don’t defend, and they’re 12-22 ATS on the season, which is the worst cover team in the NBA. I doubt things improve for the Suns with them on the end of a back-to-back. The Charlotte Hornets are at home with the rest advantage, and they’re healthy with the return of Ball and Miller. The Hornets have also covered three of their last four games. Yes, the Suns could blow things out and should given the talent gap. I’m just not impressed with what the Suns have shown us up to this point. Also, there’s a letdown spot after beating the 76ers yesterday. Give me the Hornets and the points.