Hornets vs. Pistons Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on November 06th, 2024

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Get ready for an exciting NBA showdown as the Hornets square off against the Pistons on November 06th, 2024, in Charlotte, NC at Spectrum Center. Don't forget to check out our expert picks and predictions to boost your chances of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Hornets vs. Pistons betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Eastern Conference clash taking place on November 06th, 2024, starting at 18:00. The Hornets enters as -2 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Hornets were -11 point favorites and won the game against Pistons, 114-97. The over/under for the upcoming game is 223 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 214.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season underscores the importance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's assess how teams are performing from long range. The Hornets are currently making 37.3% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting ability. In contrast, the Pistons are converting on 33.7% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. When it comes to shot selection, the Hornets are attempting 49% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, while the Pistons are opting for 41% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Charlotte Hornets

How are the Hornets playing this season?

The Hornets comes into this game with a 2-5 record, and they are currently 12th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hornets are 2-5 in their last 7 games.

Did the Hornets win their most recent game?

No, Hornets fell to the Timberwolves, 114-93. Miles Bridges scored 24 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Hornets

The leading scorer for the Hornets this season is LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 28.6 points per game.

Other Team Leaders for the Hornets

Coming into the November 06th, 2024 contest, Nick Richards leads the Hornets with 10 rebounds per game. LaMelo Ball has a team-high 5.7 assists per game. The steals leader for the Hornets is LaMelo Ball (1.4 steals per game). In terms of swatting shots, Nick Richards is leading the way for the Hornets with 2.4 blocks per game.

Hornets Team Analysis

The Hornets' point differential this season is -7 points per game, which ranks 26th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.3 points per game while allowing 118.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Hornets are making 16.4 shots per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Hornets are making 14.9 per game, which ranks 28th in the NBA.

Projected Hornets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Pistons, the Hornets' starting lineup consisted of Nick Richards, Grant Williams, Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller and Vasilije Micic. For the upcoming matchup, the Hornets has the following injuries: DaQuan Jeffries is out (hand), Vasilije Micic is questionable (illness) Nick Richards is questionable (shoulder) and Mark Williams is questionable (foot).

Detroit Pistons

How are the Pistons playing this season?

The Pistons head this game with a 3-5 record, and they are currently 8th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Pistons are 3-5 in their last 8 games.

Did the Pistons win their most recent game?

Yes, Pistons defeated the Lakers, 115-103. Cade Cunningham scored 22 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Pistons

The leading scorer for the Pistons this season is Cade Cunningham, who is averaging 23.3 points per game. Cade Cunningham also leads the team in minutes played per game with 35.84.

Other Team Leaders for the Pistons

Jalen Duren is leading the way with 10.5 rebounds per game. Cade Cunningham is dishing out a team-high 7.4 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Pistons' leader is Jaden Ivey with 1 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Pistons is Isaiah Stewart, who is sending back 1.4 shots per game.

Pistons Team Analysis

The Pistons' point differential this season is -3.3 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 106.2 points per game while allowing 109.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Pistons are making 11.9 shots per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Pistons are making 16.1 per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA.

Projected Pistons' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Hornets, the Pistons' starting five were Jalen Duren, Isaiah Stewart, Simone Fontecchio, Jaden Ivey and Cade Cunningham. For the upcoming matchup, Pistons has the following injuries: Bobi Klintman is out (calf) and Ausar Thompson is out (illness).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Hornets coming into this game as -2 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Hornets.

Money Line betting suggestion

Hornets are a -2 money line favorite for the game against the Pistons, and the suggestion is to pick the Pistons.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Hornets and Pistons is 223 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Hornets and Pistons had no match that went overtime this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.