Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Preview
At 7:00 ET, the Hornets will host the 76ers in an Eastern Conference matchup. Philadelphia is currently favored by 10.5 and has won four straight games. The over/under line is set at 230.
This game will be played at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte. The 76ers are 27-13 and currently 3rd in the Eastern Conference. The Hornets are 9-30 and 13th in the East.
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Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The 76ers have gone a perfect 3-0 in their last three head to head matchups vs. the Hornets. Looking back over the previous three times that the 76ers and Hornets have faced off, they have combined to average 221 points per game and have an over/under record of 1-2.
- The 76ers are 3-2 ATS in their last road games and 3-2 straight-up.
- In their last five games at home, the Hornets have a straight up record of 1-4 while going 1-4 vs the spread. The team’s offense averaged 100 points per game in these contests.
- In their last ten games as the betting underdog, the Hornets have a straight up record of 1-9 and an ATS mark of 2-7-1.
- As the betting favorite, the 76ers have an ATS record of 3-0 in their last three games. In these matchups, their straight up record was 3-0.
Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction
Philadelphia is currently on a four-game winning streak and is favored by 10.5 points against the Hornets. As the favorite, the 76ers have gone 25-6 this season and have covered the spread in their last four games.
The 76ers have an overall ATS record of 28-12 for the season, and they are 12-6 ATS on the road. On average, they have outscored their opponents by 6.1 points per game on the road.
In the Eastern Conference, the 76ers are in 3rd place with a record of 27-13. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 18-10 compared to 9-3 in non-conference games.
Philadelphia’s O/U record for the season is 24-16, and the over has hit in their last three games. Today’s O/U line of 230 is right around their season average of 231.8 points per game.
In their most recent game, the 76ers defeated the Magic by a score of 124-109. The O/U line for that game was 223 points.
The Sixers are one of the NBA’s top offensive teams, ranking 6th in scoring at 120 points per game. They have been even better on the road, averaging 119.4 points per game compared to 120.5 at home.
Philadelphia’s offense is built around getting to the free-throw line, as they lead the league in both free throws made and attempted. In terms of pace, the Sixers are 16th in the NBA.
When it comes to shooting, the Sixers are 12th in field goal percentage overall. They have been more efficient inside the arc, ranking 21st in two-point shooting percentage.
On defense, the 76ers come into the game ranked 9th in the league in points allowed at 111.8 per game. Over their last three games, the team is allowing 115 points per contest (28th). Opponents are hitting 53.8% of their two-point field goal attempts this season, and they’re also connecting on 34.0% of their three-point attempts.
In their last game, the Hornets defeated the Spurs by a score of 124-120. The combined scoring total of 244 points was higher than the O/U line of 236.
Charlotte’s ATS record for the season is 13-24, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last five games. At home, they are 6-10 ATS, and their average ATS scoring margin is -9.8 points per game.
The Hornets have an O/U record of 20-19 this season, and the over has hit in their last two games. Today’s O/U line is set at 230, and their games have averaged 229.2 points per game.
Looking at their record vs. the Eastern Conference, the Hornets are 7-18 and 3-6 against division opponents. In the East, they are currently in 13th place and 4th in the Southeast Division with a record of 9-30.
Charlotte has been the underdog in all but four of their games this season and are 7-28 as the underdog. Against the spread as the underdog, they are 13-20 and have lost their last four games ATS on the road and overall.
At home, the Hornets are averaging 109.4 points per game, which is 29th in the NBA. Overall, they are 28th in scoring at 108.8 points per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 27th at 45%. In terms of pace, they are 22nd at 98 possessions per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Hornets are 18th in three-point percentage at 36%. They are also 25th in three-point makes at 11.8 per game. In terms of free throws, they are last in the NBA in both free throws made and attempted.
So far this season, the Hornets have outscored the NBA scoring average in 38.5% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 24th in the league. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 29th in percentage at 51%.
At this time, the Hornets’ defense is positioned 25th in the NBA, permitting 120.4 points per game. Inside the arc, the Hornets defense is giving up a shooting percentage of 56.4% and 40.1% from three-point territory.
According to our analysis, we anticipate the 76ers to win this one with a projected score of 118-100.
Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Tips
- Take the 76ers on the moneyline
- The 76ers should also cover at -10.5
- Our NBA model projects 218 points, and we suggest taking the under
Charlotte Hornets Injury Report
- Gordon Hayward – Calf – Out
- Nick Richards – Ankle – Questionable
- Mark Williams – Back – Out
- Bryce McGowens – Hip – Questionable
Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report
- Robert Covington – Knee – Questionable
- Mo Bamba – Knee – Questionable
- De’Anthony Melton – Back – Out
- Jaden Springer – Ankle – Questionable
