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New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Charlotte Hornets (11-30) welcome the New Orleans Pelicans (12-33) to Spectrum Center Saturday. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Pelicans vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.

Season series: First meeting; Pelicans swept 2-0 last season

The Pelicans had their 4-game winning streak snapped Friday in a 139-126 loss at the Memphis Grizzlies, failing to cover as 9.5-point underdogs. They were led by G Dejounte Murray, who had 26 points. New Orleans has rewarded bettors as of late, going 5-2 against the spread (ATS) in its last 7 games. The Pelicans are just 19-26 ATS on the season, though.

The Hornets lost to the Portland Trail Blazers 102-97 Friday, closing as 1-point home favorites. They were led by G Nick Smith Jr., who scored 17 points. Charlotte has lost back-to-back games, but had won 3 in a row Jan. 15-20. It is 5-3-1 ATS in its last 9 games and 21-19-1 ATS on the season.

Pelicans at Hornets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:45 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -135 (bet $135 to win $100) | Hornets +110 (bet $100 to win $110)
Against the spread: Pelicans -2.5 (-105) | Hornets +2.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Pelicans at Hornets key injuries

Pelicans

F Brandon Ingram (ankle) out
F Herbert Jones (shoulder) out
F Dejounte Murray (elbow, finger) questionable

Hornets

G LaMelo Ball (wrist) probable
F Miles Bridges (back) probable
G Tre Mann (back) out
F Brandon Miller (wrist) out
F Grant Williams (ACL) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 118, Hornets 117

Moneyline

PASS.

The Pelicans (-135) are just a little too pricey on the moneyline; however, they are the healthier side and should have the ability to come out on top. The best way to play this game, though, is the home side’s spread.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +2.5 (-115).

The Hornets have covered in 2 of their last 3 home games and scored at least 110 points in 6 of their last 7, so they have the firepower to keep pace with the Pelicans. Charlotte is 5-1-1 ATS in its last 7 games as an underdog.

The Pelicans will be missing their second-leading scorer in Ingram (22.2 points per game) and have had immense issues defensively, allowing at least 113 points in 8 straight games. They are 5-7 ATS as a favorite this season.

TAKE HORNETS +2.5 (-115).

Over/Under

BET OVER 230.5 (-115).

The Hornets have gone Over in 4 of their last 6 games. They could see a few pivotal scoring options in Ball and Bridges take the court as well.

The Pelicans have thrived offensively as of late, tallying at least 119 points in 7 straight games, going 6-1 O/U. They are 25-19-1 O/U on the season.

BACK OVER 230.5 (-115).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Orleans Pelicans (1-0) and Charlotte Hornets (1-0) meet Friday at Spectrum Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Hornets odds, and our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Pelicans F Zion Williamson scored 25 points in his return from a foot injury in a 130-108 win as 3-point underdogs at the Brooklyn Nets Wednesday. F Brandon Ingram led New Orleans with 28 points.

Williamson is tied with New York Knicks PG Jalen Brunson for the 4th-best odds to win Most Improved Player at +1500.

Hornets G Terry Rozier scored 24 points in a 129-102 win at the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday. Charlotte closed as a 1-point favorite over the Spurs even though the Hornets were without All-Star PG LaMelo Ball and their leading scorer last season F Miles Bridges.

Charlotte is an underdog to make the playoffs at +250.

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Pelicans at Hornets odds

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Hornets +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -6.5 (-115) | Hornets +6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Pelicans at Hornets key injuries

Pelicans

C Jaxson Hayes (elbow) questionable
G Kira Lewis Jr. (knee) out

Hornets

G LaMelo Ball (ankle) out
F Cody Martin (quadricep) doubtful

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Pelicans at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 119, Hornets 116

Moneyline

PASS.

Pelicans (-300) ML should hit, but the number is too inflated. There are better opportunities in other markets.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +6.5 (-105).

The Pelicans are coming off a blowout win over the Nets who have the 5th-best odds to win the NBA Finals at +750. The upset win was a talking point on national TV and has inflated the Pelicans’ odds in this game. Wednesday’s win is a small sample size, and the Pelicans haven’t proven enough to be laying 6.5 points on the road. Take the points with a very capable Hornets team at home.

Over/Under

BET OVER 230.5 (-112).

Charlotte’s offense scored 129 points vs. San Antonio and looks like it can still be dangerous, even without Ball and Bridges. The Over is 5-1 in the Pelicans’ last 6 games dating back to last season and should hit again Friday as these 2 high-powered offenses pick up where they left off in their season openers.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The New Orleans Pelicans (30-41) play the second of a back-to-back Monday against the Charlotte Hornets (36-35) at the Spectrum Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we look at the Pelicans vs. Hornets odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

NOLA has won 3 of its last 4 games — 3-1 against the spread (ATS) — including back-to-back road upsets at the San Antonio Spurs Friday (124-91) and the Atlanta Hawks Sunday (117-112).

Charlotte is on a 4-game winning streak (4-0 ATS) with victories over the Pelicans March 11 (142-120), the Oklahoma City Thunder last Monday (134-116), the Hawks Wednesday (116-106) and the Dallas Mavericks Saturday (129-108).

The Hornets clobbered the Pelicans earlier this month in Charlotte but NOLA was without its top-two scorers in C.J. McCollum and Brandon Ingram.

Pelicans at Hornets odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:08 p.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Pelicans +190 (bet $100 to win $190) | Hornets -240 (bet $240 to win $100)
Against the spread: Pelicans +5.5 (-107) | Hornets -5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 233.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Pelicans at Hornets key injuries

Pelicans

PG Devonte’ Graham (hip) questionable
SF Brandon Ingram (hamstring) questionable

Hornets

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Pelicans at Hornets odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 119, Hornets 115

Money line

SPRINKLE on the PELICANS (+190) because I like NOLA getting the points in this spot and this would be a juicy ticket to have in your account if Ingram can return to action Monday.

However, the Pelicans have two strength-on-weakness edges they can exploit on the glass and in transition.

Both teams get out in transition at a top-10 rate, but NOLA has a lot better offensive efficiency in the fastbreak and the Pelicans have the best defensive efficiency in the fastbreak.

Furthermore, NOLA has the fourth-highest offensive rebounding rate and scores the fifth-most second-chance points per game (PPG). Charlotte has the third-worst defensive rebounding rate and allows the most second-chance PPG.

I’m only SPRINKLING on the PELICANS (+190) since NOLA plus the points is the sharper play.

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Against the spread

Definitely BET the PELICANS +5.5 (-107) heavier than or instead of their ML because the Hornets -5.5 (-115) feels like a trap line considering Charlotte’s 22-point beatdown of NOLA just 10 days ago.

Given Ingram and Graham’s “questionable” game statuses, the Hornets should be at least a 7-point favorite. Seeing Charlotte at the price makes me think there’s a decent chance Ingram is back in the lineup for NOLA.

Another reason this price feels off is because of how terribly the Pelicans perform on zero rest days (2-10 SU and 5-7ATS) and how profitable the Hornets are with a rest advantage (10-6 SU and 10-5-1 ATS).

Also, this is just a better spot for the Pelicans who are 8-2 ATS in their last 10 games as road underdogs and 5-0 ATS in their last five visits to Charlotte. While the Hornets are 6-7 ATS at home versus teams with a losing record and 2-4 ATS as 5-to-7-point favorites.

The PELICANS PLUS THE POINTS is my favorite wager in this game.

Over/Under

PASS because my prediction aligns with the projected total hence there’s no value for me in this number. For what it’s worth, NOLA is 30-41 O/U (13-22 O/U on the road) and Charlotte is 35-35-1 O/U (16-18-1 O/U).

If anything, I’d play the Under despite what my score says since the previous Pelicans-Hornets went Over the total by 36 points and the total has been lowered from the opener after being hit by sharp money.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Sunday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Charlotte Hornets NBA odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The New Orleans Pelicans (30-37) travel to meet the Charlotte Hornets (33-34) Sunday at Spectrum Center. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Pelicans vs. Hornets odds and lines, with NBA picks and predictions.

The Pelicans put up a strong fight in Philadelphia, coming up shortly 109-107 as 11.5-point underdogs on Friday. The Pelicans are an impressive 6-1 ATS across the past seven outings while the Under has hit in seven of the past eight.

The Hornets posted a 122-112 win against the Orlando Magic on Friday, cashing as 7.5-point favorites. The Hornets are still just 2-5 ATS across the past seven games overall.

Pelicans at Hornets: Odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:15 a.m. ET.

Money line: Pelicans +160 (bet $100 to win $160) | Hornets -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Pelicans +5 (-115) | Hornets -5 (-105)
Over/Under: 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Pelicans at Hornets: Key injuries

Pelicans

C Steven Adams (toe) questionable
SG Nickeil Alexander-Walker (leg) probable
SF Brandon Ingram (ankle) doubtful
SG Josh Hart (thumb) out
PF Zion Williamson (finger) out

Hornets

SF Miles Bridges (health and safety protocols) out
PF Devonte’ Graham (knee) questionable
SF Gordon Hayward (foot) out
PF Cody Martin (ankle) out

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Pelicans at Hornets: Odds, lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Hornets 108, Pelicans 106

Money line (ML)

The Hornets (-190) are a little too risky for my liking at this price, especially since the Pelicans (+160) can very easily win this game outright.

AVOID.

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Against the spread (ATS)

The PELICANS +5 (-115) have been cover kings lately, going 6-1 ATS across the past seven outings, and they’re 4-0 ATS as an underdog while winning two of those games outright. They’re playing good basketball right now, even without Williamson in their frontcourt.

Over/Under (O/U)

UNDER 221.5 (-110) is the play here based upon the trends for both teams.

The Under is 13-4 in Charlotte’s past 17 games at home, and 5-1 in the past six as a favorite. The Under is 7-1 in the past eight for New Orleans, while going 4-0 in the past four as an underdog.

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