Hornets vs. Trail Blazers Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 24th, 2025

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It's an NBA showdown like no other – the Hornets will take on the Trail Blazers on January 24th, 2025, in Charlotte, NC at Spectrum Center. Discover our expert picks and predictions to increase your odds of winning with your bets.

Introduction to the Hornets vs. Trail Blazers betting tip and prediction

On January 24th, 2025, at 18:00, the Eastern Conference will face off against the Western Conference in this NBA clash. The Hornets enters as -5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Hornets were 1 point underdogs but lost the game to Trail Blazers, 89-86. The over/under for the upcoming game is 221 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 173.5 points, and the over was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Hornets are currently draining 34.4% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Trail Blazers are impressively converting 33.8% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Hornets are dedicating 46% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Trail Blazers are taking 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Charlotte Hornets

How are the Hornets playing this season?

The Hornets comes into this game with a 11-29 record, and they are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hornets are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Hornets win their most recent game?

No, Hornets fell to the Grizzlies, 132-120. Brandon Miller scored 21 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Hornets

The leading scorer for the Hornets this season is LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 29 points per game. In the last game, he scored 41 points in DraftKings and 38.6 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Hornets

Coming into the January 24th, 2025 contest, Mark Williams leads the Hornets with 9.4 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 58.25 points in DraftKings and 58.3 fantasy points in FanDuel. LaMelo Ball has a team-high 7.5 assists per game. He scored 41 DraftKings points and 38.6 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Hornets is Josh Okogie (2.5 steals per game). He has 15 DraftKings fantasy points and 18 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Nick Richards is leading the way for the Hornets with 1.2 blocks per game.

Hornets Team Analysis

The Hornets' point differential this season is -5.6 points per game, which ranks 24th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.4 points per game while allowing 113 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Hornets are making 14.2 shots per game, which ranks 7th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Hornets are making 15.6 per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA.

Projected Hornets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Trail Blazers, the Hornets' starting lineup consisted of JT Thor, Grant Williams, Davis Bertans, Brandon Miller and Tre Mann. For the upcoming matchup, the Hornets has the following injuries: Tre Mann is out (back), Brandon Miller is out (wrist) and Grant Williams isout (leg).

Portland Trail Blazers

How are the Trail Blazers playing this season?

The Trail Blazers head this game with a 16-28 record, and they are currently 13th in the Western Conference standings. The Trail Blazers are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Trail Blazers win their most recent game?

Yes, Trail Blazers defeated the Magic, 101-79. Deandre Ayton scored 24 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Trail Blazers

The leading scorer for the Trail Blazers this season is Anfernee Simons, who is averaging 18.3 points per game. Anfernee Simons also leads the team in minutes played per game with 32.45.

Other Team Leaders for the Trail Blazers

Deandre Ayton is leading the way with 10.2 rebounds per game. Scoot Henderson is dishing out a team-high 5.3 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Trail Blazers' leader is Toumani Camara with 1.4 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Trail Blazers is Robert Williams III, who is sending back 1.8 shots per game.

Trail Blazers Team Analysis

The Trail Blazers' point differential this season is -7.7 points per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. They are averaging 107.9 points per game while allowing 115.6 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Trail Blazers are making 12.1 shots per game, which ranks 26th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Trail Blazers are making 15.7 per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA.

Projected Trail Blazers' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Hornets, the Trail Blazers' starting five were Deandre Ayton, Jabari Walker, Kris Murray, Rayan Rupert and Scoot Henderson.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Hornets coming into this game as -5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Hornets.

Money Line betting suggestion

Hornets are a -5 money line favorite for the game against the Trail Blazers, and the suggestion is to pick the Trail Blazers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Hornets and Trail Blazers is 221 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Hornets and Trail Blazers have combined for just 3 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.