Charlotte Hornets vs. Indiana Pacers Preview
The Charlotte Hornets are set to extend their winning streak on the road to three games as they take on the Indiana Pacers this Thursday evening. With the Pacers struggling through a rough patch, failing to cover the spread in their last four outings, the Hornets enter the matchup with confidence, making them the favored team in this Eastern Conference clash.
Recent Performance
Recent performance shows the Pacers have been struggling significantly, most recently suffering a 21-point defeat to the Philadelphia 76ers while unable to cover an 11.5-point spread. Defensively, Indiana has been porous, surrendering an average of 119.2 points per game and allowing over 130 points in each of their last three contests. In contrast, the Hornets have surged ahead, winning nine of their previous ten games and showcasing impressive scoring on the road, averaging 130 points per game.
Betting Predictions
For tonight’s prediction, I’m placing my bets squarely on the Hornets to cover as the substantial 13-point favorites.
Betting Strategies
In terms of specific betting strategies, it’s noteworthy that both teams have seen their recent games exceed 230 points, underscoring the expectation for a high-scoring affair. My same-game parlay (SGP) combines a strong outing from Hornets rookie Kon Kuneppel, who has exceeded 17.5 points in each of his last three matches, alongside placing an Over bet on the game total of 229.5 points.
In another SGP approach, I’m confident in three Hornets players—LaMelo Ball, Kuneppel, and Brandon Miller—hitting their respective three-point targets, all of whom have been prolific shooters lately.
Betting Outlines
Betting outlines are as follows: Hornets favored by 13 points, with a moneyline of -850, and the Pacers at +575. The Over/Under stands at 229.5 points.
Conclusion
This matchup provides an intriguing betting landscape, especially considering the Hornets’ remarkable 9-1 record against the spread in their last ten games. Don’t miss tonight’s action live from Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis at 7:00 p.m. ET, as both teams look to position themselves favorably in the Eastern Conference standings.
