The Hornets (10-12) end their daunting five-game run on Friday with a game at home against the Jazz (17-5), who sport the best record in the NBA, 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.
After falling in the first round of the playoffs in the bubble, Utah has bounced back with a big start to this season, establishing themselves as one of the best teams in the league.
The lines, courtesy of BetMGM
- Point spread: Hornets +8.5
- Moneyline: Hornets +275 / Jazz -350
- Over-under: 222.5
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Advice and prediction
While the Hornets are likely to welcome back Terry Rozier, the Jazz are rolling this season and are perhaps hotter than any team in the league. For an undersized Charlotte size, Rudy Gobert and Derrick Favors will present issues while Donovan Mitchell and Mike Conley are arguably the best backcourt in the league this season.
Undermanned and playing their fifth game in eight days all against playoff teams from last season, it wouldn’t be surprising if the Hornets came out slow on Friday. Take Utah -7.5.
Prediction: Jazz 108, Hornets 97
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