The Charlotte Hornets (6-12) will face off against the New York Knicks (10-8) in a 2024 NBA Cup showdown on Friday. The Knicks have suffered two losses in their last three games, including a 129-114 defeat to the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Hornets have lost three consecutive matchups, with their latest loss coming against the Miami Heat by a score of 98-94. Charlotte will be without LaMelo Ball (calf) and Miles Bridges (knee) for this game.
The game is scheduled to tip off at noon ET at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. According to the SportsLine consensus, the Knicks are favored by 12.5 points, with the over/under set at 222.5 total points. Before making any bets on the Hornets vs. Knicks game, be sure to check out the NBA predictions and betting advice from the SportsLine Projection Model.
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The model has simulated the Knicks vs. Hornets game 10,000 times and has just unveiled its NBA picks and betting predictions. You can check out the model’s picks on SportsLine. Here are some of the NBA odds and betting lines for the Hornets vs. Knicks matchup:
- Knicks vs. Hornets spread: New York -12.5
- Knicks vs. Hornets over/under: 222.5 points
- Knicks vs. Hornets money line: New York -820, Charlotte +564
- CHA: The Hornets are 11-7 against the spread this season
- NYK: The Knicks are 8-9-1 against the spread this season
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Why the Knicks can cover
Guard Jalen Brunson is a key player in the Knicks’ backcourt, known for his scoring ability and court vision. Brunson ranks 12th in the NBA in points (25.6) and eighth in assists (7.9). He has scored 30 or more points in two of the last four games, including a 37-point performance with seven assists and two steals in his last outing.
Center Karl-Anthony Towns is a dominant force on the offensive end, contributing with his scoring and rebounding prowess. Towns ranks third in the league in rebounds (12.7) and 10th in points (26.2). He has recorded eight consecutive double-doubles, with a standout performance of 30 points, 15 rebounds, four assists, and three steals against the Nuggets on Nov. 25. Find out which team to support on SportsLine.
Why the Hornets can cover
Charlotte is one of the top 3-point shooting teams in the league, ranking second in attempts and third in made 3-pointers. They also excel in offensive rebounding, ranking fifth in the league. The Hornets have the ATS advantage in this matchup, going 9-4 ATS in non-divisional games and covering in four of their last five overall, while the Knicks are 4-5 ATS as away favorites.
Forward Brandon Miller provides Charlotte with scoring versatility, averaging 19.9 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game. The Alabama product has scored 20 or more points in five consecutive games, with a standout performance of 32 points and 11 boards against the Bucks on Nov. 23. See which team to support on SportsLine.
How to make Knicks vs. Hornets picks
The SportsLine model predicts the total points to be 221, leaning towards the Under. The model also indicates that one side of the spread hits in almost 70% of simulations. Check out SportsLine for more insights and picks.
So, who will win the Knicks vs. Hornets game on Friday, and which side of the spread is likely to hit almost 70% of the time? Visit SportsLine now to get the best picks and advice from the model that has generated over $10,000 in profit on top-rated NBA picks.
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