The Los Angeles Lakers will stay out east and take on the Charlotte Hornets in this cross-conference matchup. The tipoff for this game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. eastern from the Spectrum Center.
The Lakers come into this game after getting blown out last night by the Philadelphia 76ers by a score of 87-105. The Hornets are on the other side of things with a blowout victory of the Pacers by a score of 158-126.
Lakers at Hornets Stats
Looking at the Lakers stats
There is no arguing the fact that the Lakers are not playing their best basketball. Losing by 20 points is not something that the storied franchise is known for.
However, this season, it seems like something that has become almost normal as it has happened several times this season. The Lakers are going to need to figure out a way to slow teams down, as they are giving up over 112 points per game, which is bottom five in the NBA.
One factor for the Lakers’ struggles has been their injury report, seemingly unable to keep a healthy roster together. Lebron James is currently listed as questionable for tonight’s contest after sitting out last night.
Anthony Davis is back on the court after a serious drought due to a knee injury. Davis was able to score 31 points and add 12 rebounds in a losing effort.
Looking at the Hornets stats
The Hornets seem to have turned a leaf and are finally putting wins together to try and boost them in the standings. As of right now, the Hornets would enter the playoffs as the seventh seed.
The Hornets are also leading the NBA in points scored per game at 114.9. The problem is the Hornets are also giving up 114.6 points per game which is bottom five in the NBA.
If there is one concern for the Hornets, it is the injury to Gordon Hayward, who is listed as out indefinitely with a foot injury. Hayward has had an injury-plagued career, but when he has been on the court, he has been tough to stop.
Miles Bridges is leading the team offensively, averaging 20.1 points per game with seven rebounds and four assists on average. Lamelo Ball, rookie of the year last season, is right behind him, averaging 19.4 points per game with seven rebounds and seven assists per game as well.
Betting Trends for Lakers at Hornets
- Los Angeles is 4-6 in their last ten against the spread.
- The Lakers have hit the over for total points six times in their last ten.
- The Hornets are 7-3 against the spread in their last ten.
- The Hornets have been under the total points in seven of their last ten games.
Who to Bet Lakers at Hornets
Most major sportsbooks have the Hornets as the favorite, and the spread set around -7. In their last five home games, where they are the favorite, the Hornets are 2-3 against the spread. The Lakers are 1-4 in their last five away games, where they are the underdog.
This game is going to come down to whether or not Lebron plays. If he is out, the Hornets are an easy cover; If he plays, take the Lakers.
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