Philadelphia 76ers at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

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The Charlotte Hornets (7-18) welcome the Philadelphia 76ers (7-16) to Spectrum Center Monday. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the 76ers vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: 76ers lead 2-0

The Hornets lost to the Chicago Bulls 109-95 Friday, closing as 5.5-point road underdogs. They were led by G Brandon Miller, who ended with 21 points on 8-for-21 shooting. Charlotte has lost 9 of its last 10 games while going 5-5 against the spread (ATS). It is 14-11 ATS on the season.

The 76ers lost to the visiting Indiana Pacers 121-107 Friday, closing as 6.5-point favorites. G Tyrese Maxey scored a team-high 22 points in the loss. Philadelphia has played better as of late, winning 4 of its last 6 games while going 5-1 ATS. It is 9-14 ATS on the season. The Sixers have won 3 straight road games.

76ers at Hornets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list of NBA odds. Lines last updated Sunday at 10:12 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): 76ers -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Hornets +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread: 76ers -2.5 (-105) | Hornets +2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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76ers at Hornets key injuries

76ers

C Joel Embiid (sinus) out
F Caleb Martin (shoulder) out
G Jared McCain (knee) out

Hornets

G LaMelo Ball (calf) questionable
G Tre Mann (back) out
F Grant Williams (ACL) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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76ers at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

76ers 106, Hornets 105

Moneyline

PASS.

While Charlotte (+110) may be enticing, 3 of its last 12 games have ended within 2 points, so the spread is the preferred route here.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +2.5 (-115).

The Hornets haven’t rewarded bettors frequently as of late, but they have performed well all season long at home. They are 8-6 ATS at Spectrum Center, while the 76ers are 5-6 ATS on the road. Charlotte is 3-2 ATS in its last 5 at home.

The 76ers have covered well as of late, but they haven’t performed well as favorites. Philadelphia is 4-6 ATS as a favorite this season. Considering those trends, back HORNETS +2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET UNDER 213.5 (-115).

The 76ers have scored 108 or fewer points in 4 straight games and are 1-4-1 O/U in their last 6. To add to that, Philadelphia has allowed 106 or fewer points in 5 of its last 6 games.

The Hornets have gone Under in 2 straight games and 6 of their last 9. Charlotte has scored 104 or fewer points in 8 of its last 9 games. Play UNDER 213.5 (-115).

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