The Hornets play the Cavaliers to open the season on Wednesday, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, moneyline odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on BetMGM.
Gordon Hayward will return to the court after missing multiple preseason games due to a broken finger on his right hand. Fellow offseason acquisition LaMelo Ball will also make his Hornets and NBA debut in Cleveland as well.
The lines, courtesy of BetMGM
- Point spread: Hornets -2.5
- Money line: Hornets -140/Cavaliers +115
- Over-under: 215.5
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Advice and prediction
While the Hornets preseason was accelerated, it was also a strong one as the team largely remained healthy aside from Hayward’s absence. Cleveland, meanwhile, was not able to have all of its starters or rotation players on the floor for all four games.
The Hornets want to play very fast this season and the Cavaliers were the worst defensive team last season. While the Hornets -2.5 seems like a good bet, betting over 215.5 feels like the best bet on the board.
Prediction: Hornets 120, Cavaliers 114
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