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Game time: January 5, 2025 at 6:00 PM ET

Venue: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse — Cleveland, OH

Article updated Jan 5, 8:14 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Charlotte Hornets will face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. ET. Charlotte is coming off a loss to Detroit, while

Game outlook

The Charlotte Hornets will face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. ET. Charlotte is coming off a loss to Detroit, while Cleveland secured a win against the Dallas Mavericks. The Cavaliers have defeated the Hornets twice this season and have a 6-4 SU record in their last ten meetings. Cleveland is favored to win by 15 points according to the current betting line.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Hornets +750 | Cavaliers -1,250

Spread: Hornets +15 (-110) | Cavaliers -15 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 222.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 93%.

Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets have been struggling, losing nine consecutive games with their last win over a month ago. Despite a close loss to Detroit where they struggled in the second half, the team is led by PG LaMelo Ball who is averaging impressive stats. Other key players to watch include SF Brandon Miller, SF Miles Bridges, and C Mark Williams. The Hornets rank poorly in offensive and defensive ratings but show potential with rebounding and defensive assists. Several players are questionable for their upcoming game against Cleveland. If you're looking for NBA picks, check out their free picks for some winning tips.

Cleveland Cavaliers Analysis

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The Cleveland Cavaliers are currently on an eight-game winning streak, with key players such as Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen leading the team in scoring and performance. The Cavaliers rank highly in offensive and defensive ratings, scoring an average of 121.5 points per game and shooting efficiently from the field and three-point range. Despite an injury to SG Sam Merrill, the Cavaliers are prepared to take on the Charlotte Hornets in their upcoming game. In terms of power ranking, the Cavaliers are ranked 4th overall and hold the 2nd position for offense in the league. With impressive statistics on both ends of the court, Cleveland is proving to be a strong contender in the NBA.

Hornets vs. Cavaliers: In-depth analysis, predictions, and insights for the upcoming matchup

Welcome to our comprehensive coverage of the Hornets vs. Cavaliers matchup, where you will find detailed predictions, odds, and analysis. We invite you to join us as we break down the key aspects of this game and provide insights to help inform your understanding of the upcoming matchup. Thank you for choosing to engage with our content, and we look forward to sharing our expertise with you as we delve into the nuances of this highly anticipated event. Let's begin our exploration of Hornets vs. Cavaliers with a focused and analytical approach.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Charlotte Hornets+750 → +857Moved
  • Moneyline · Cleveland Cavaliers-1,250 → -1,500Moved
  • Spread · Charlotte Hornets+15 (-110) → +16.25 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Cleveland Cavaliers-15 (-110) → -16.25 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over222.5 (-110) → 231.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under222.5 (-110) → 231.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Charlotte Hornets
3-1 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Cleveland Cavaliers
2-1 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 8-2-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2025-01-05T13:14:22.974Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Charlotte Hornets have been struggling, losing nine consecutive games with their last win over a month ago. Despite a close loss to Detroit where they struggled in the second half, the team is led by PG LaMelo Ball who is averaging impressive stats. Other key players to watch include SF Brandon Miller, SF Miles Bridges, and C Mark Williams. The Hornets rank poorly in offensive and defensive ratings but show potential with rebounding and defensive assists. Several players are questionable for their upcoming game against Cleveland. If you're looking for NBA picks, check out their free picks for some winning tips.

The Cleveland Cavaliers are currently on an eight-game winning streak, with key players such as Donovan Mitchell, Darius Garland, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen leading the team in scoring and performance. The Cavaliers rank highly in offensive and defensive ratings, scoring an average of 121.5 points per game and shooting efficiently from the field and three-point range. Despite an injury to SG Sam Merrill, the Cavaliers are prepared to take on the Charlotte Hornets in their upcoming game. In terms of power ranking, the Cavaliers are ranked 4th overall and hold the 2nd position for offense in the league. With impressive statistics on both ends of the court, Cleveland is proving to be a strong contender in the NBA.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-07Cleveland Cavaliers 116 · Charlotte Hornets 102
  • 2024-11-17Charlotte Hornets 114 · Cleveland Cavaliers 128
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Cleveland Cavaliers defeated Charlotte Hornets 115-105

Cleveland Cavaliers defeated Charlotte Hornets 115-105 on January 5, 2025, a 10-point decision in the series. Cleveland Cavaliers' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 34-25. Against SportsJaw's recorded Charlotte Hornets +16.25 (-110) spread, Charlotte Hornets covered, while the 220 combined points finished under the recorded total of 231.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

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Tipster picks

  • DpxsportsSpread · Cleveland Cavaliers -15.5 (-110)Loss
  • BOOTYSpread · Charlotte Hornets +15.5 (-110)Win