Charlotte Hornets vs Cleveland Cavaliers Betting Picks & Predictions
The Charlotte Hornets, currently with a record of 3-1, will be facing off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are 43-27, in a conference matchup on Monday night. The
Game outlook
The Charlotte Hornets, currently with a record of 3-1, will be facing off against the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are 43-27, in a conference matchup on Monday night. The Hornets are coming off a road loss to the Hawks, while the Cavaliers were recently defeated by the Timberwolves and will be playing in Miami the night before facing Charlotte. This game marks the first meeting of the season between the two teams, with Cleveland opening as the betting favorite at -12, a line that has remained unchanged.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Hornets +488 | Cavaliers -700
Spread: Hornets +12 (-110) | Cavaliers -12 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 205.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Cleveland will win straight-up is 88%.
Charlotte Hornets
The Charlotte Hornets are struggling to win games due to ongoing offensive issues, having lost four consecutive games. Despite some standout performances from players like Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller, and Vasilije Micic, the team is currently ranked 29th in offense and 19th in defense. They have been inconsistent on the road, with a record of 1-4 in their last five away games. The Hornets are averaging just 106.5 points per game while conceding an average of 116.9 points. Their shooting percentages are below average, ranking in the bottom half of the league. Overall, the Hornets have a power ranking of 29 and a record of 3-1 this season.