Hornets vs. Lakers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

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Mark your calendars for January 27th, 2025, when the Hornets and Lakers collide in an NBA game in Charlotte, NC at Spectrum Center. Check out our picks and predictions to elevate your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Hornets vs. Lakers betting tip and prediction

The Eastern Conference and Western Conference go head-to-head in this NBA showdown on January 27th, 2025, at 18:00. The Hornets enters as 6 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Hornets were 11.5 point underdogs but lost the game to Lakers, 124-118. The over/under for the upcoming game is 221.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 227.5 points, and the over was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has highlighted the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's examine how different teams are faring from long distance. Currently, the Hornets are making 34.5% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. On the other hand, the Lakers are converting on 35.4% of their 3-pointers, which is a testament to their long-range accuracy. As for shot selection, the Hornets are opting for 3-pointers on 46% of their attempts, while the Lakers are taking 39% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Charlotte Hornets

How are the Hornets playing this season?

The Hornets comes into this game with a 12-30 record, and they are currently 14th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hornets are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Hornets win their most recent game?

Yes, Hornets defeated the Pelicans, 123-92. Miles Bridges scored 41 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Hornets

The leading scorer for the Hornets this season is LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 28.9 points per game. In the last game, he scored 47.75 points in DraftKings and 46.5 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Hornets

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Mark Williams leads the Hornets with 9.4 rebounds per game LaMelo Ball has a team-high 7.5 assists per game. He scored 47.75 DraftKings points and 46.5 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Hornets is Josh Okogie (2.8 steals per game). He has 25 DraftKings fantasy points and 28.8 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Mark Williams is leading the way for the Hornets with 1.2 blocks per game

Hornets Team Analysis

The Hornets' point differential this season is -4.7 points per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.5 points per game while allowing 112.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Hornets are making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Hornets are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA.

Projected Hornets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Lakers, the Hornets' starting lineup consisted of Nick Richards, Miles Bridges, Leaky Black, Brandon Miller and Ishmael Smith. For the upcoming matchup, the Hornets has the following injuries: Tre Mann is out (back), Cody Martin is questionable (undisclosed) Brandon Miller is out (wrist), Grant Williams is out (leg) and Mark Williams is questionable (foot).

Los Angeles Lakers

How are the Lakers playing this season?

The Lakers head this game with a 25-18 record, and they are currently 5th in the Western Conference standings. The Lakers are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Lakers win their most recent game?

Yes, Lakers defeated the Warriors, 118-108. D'Angelo Russell scored 28 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Lakers

The leading scorer for the Lakers this season is Anthony Davis, who is averaging 25.9 points per game. Anthony Davis also leads the team in minutes played per game with 34.97. He scored 26 points on 12-for-16 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Hornets. In the last game, scored 65.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 66.1 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Lakers

Anthony Davis is leading the way with 11.9 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 65.25 points in DraftKings and 66.1 in FanDuel. LeBron James is dishing out a team-high 9 assists per game. He has 51.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 49 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Lakers' leader is Jarred Vanderbilt with 3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 16 DraftKings fantasy points and 18.8 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Lakers is Anthony Davis, who is sending back 2.2 shots per game. He scored 65.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 66.1 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Lakers Team Analysis

The Lakers' point differential this season is -1.2 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.5 points per game while allowing 112.7 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Lakers are making 11.9 shots per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Lakers are making 18.1 per game, which ranks 6th in the NBA.

Projected Lakers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Hornets, the Lakers' starting five were Anthony Davis, LeBron James, Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves and D'Angelo Russell. For the upcoming matchup, Lakers has the following injuries: Rui Hachimura is questionable (calf), Jalen Hood-Schifino is out (hamstring), Armel Traoré is out (quadricep) and Christian Wood is out (knee).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Hornets coming into this game as 6 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Lakers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Hornets are a 6 money line underdog for the game against the Lakers, and the suggestion is to pick the Lakers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Hornets and Lakers is 221.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Hornets and Lakers have combined for just 4 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.