The Charlotte Hornets and Washington Wizards meet Friday in NBA action at the Capital One Arena. Let’s preview this game and give out a pick and prediction.

Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview 

The Charlotte Hornets need a win after losing 5 of their last 6 games. The Charlotte Hornets have lost 2 of their last 3 road games. The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 116.3 points on 48.7 percent shooting and allowing 123.1 points on 48.5 percent shooting. Terry Rozier is averaging 22 points and 4 rebounds, while LaMelo Ball is averaging 19.6 points and 5 rebounds. PJ Washington is the third double-digit scorer and Gordon Hayward is grabbing 5.9 rebounds. The Charlotte Hornets are shooting 30.8 percent from beyond the arc and 77.7 percent from the free throw line. The Charlotte Hornets are allowing 39.4 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.7 rebounds per game.

Charlotte Hornets Team Facts

• The Hornets have lost each of their last seven games after losing as favorites.
• The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in each of their last six games against Eastern Conference opponents after losing as favorites.
• Seven of the Hornets’ last eight games against the Wizards following a home loss have gone UNDER the total points line.

Washington Wizards Betting Preview 

The Washington Wizards need a win after losing 4 of their last 5 games. The Washington Wizards have split their first 2 home games. The Washington Wizards are averaging 119.3 points on 48.5 percent shooting and allowing 126.9 points on 51.7 percent shooting. Kyle Kuzma is averaging 25 points and 6.9 rebounds, while Jordan Poole is averaging 17.4 points and 3.3 assists. Deni Avdija is the third double-digit scorer, and Corey Kispert is grabbing 2.3 rebounds. The Washington Wizards are shooting 36.3 percent from beyond the arc and 73.2 percent from the free throw line. The Washington Wizards are allowing 38.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 39 rebounds per game.

Washington Wizards Team Facts

• The Wizards have lost each of their last seven games following a win.
• The Wizards have failed to cover the spread in each of their last five games following a win.
• Each of the Wizards’ last 12 games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.

Randy’s Pick

I’m not running to the window to back either of these teams, and this isn’t a game I’m touching with a ten-foot pole. With that said, somebody has to win. So, give me the team that’s giving me a free bucket, and that’s the Hornets. Hell, you can argue the Hornets are the better team overall, as they’ve been sharper defensively and have the best player on the court. I’m not touching it, but give me the Hornets if forced to pick.