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Charlotte Hornets vs New Orleans Pelicans – Prediction, Odds & Betting Tips 21/03/22, Team News and Lineups
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Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction One – Handicap (-5.5) for Hornets – 1.85.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Two – Total Match Points Over 232.5 – 1.80.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Three – Ball Assists Over 7.5 – 2.00.
Match Predict – Handicap (-5.5) for Hornets
The New Orleans Pelicans have looked great in recent games. The acquisition of C.J. McCollum was the right decision. With the former Portland player in the lineup, the team has a more attractive game. However, in the last game, the Hornets won by a handicap of 22 points. The match scenario will be repeated as the Hornets play in their home arena.
Total Match Points – Over 232.5
Ten days ago, the teams played a head-to-head encounter. In that game, they scored 262 points. It’s possible that something similar will happen today. It’s likely that they won’t change their tactics.
Preliminary review and match prediction for Charlotte Hornets vs New Orleans Pelicans
Charlotte Hornets:
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— Charlotte Hornets (@hornets) March 21, 2022
The Charlotte Hornets have improved significantly. James Borrego’s men have been much more confident in recent games than before. They even managed to beat the Atlanta Hawks (116-106) and Dallas Mavericks (129-108).
Their latest successes allowed the Charlotte Hornets to climb up to ninth place in the Eastern Conference. Now it will be extremely difficult to drop out of the top 10. After all, the Hornets have a six-win advantage over 11th-ranked Washington. Given the way the Wizards operate, catching up with the Hornets won’t be that easy.
In the game against the Mavericks, Miles Bridges scored 23 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists.
New Orleans Pelicans:
Back at it ✌️
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?: @ESPNRadioNOLA#Pelicans | @SmoothieKing pic.twitter.com/9rV1UIPXXS— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) March 21, 2022
The New Orleans Pelicans have C.J. McCollum back in the lineup. This has improved the Pelicans’ play significantly. For example, McCollum scored 25 points. His effort helped the team to defeat the Atlanta Hawks (117-112). Jonas Valanciunas also played well.
In addition to the victory over the Atlanta Hawks, the Pelicans also defeated the San Antonio Spurs. Against the Spurs, the Louisiana team played well. They defeated Greg Popovich’s men by a score of 124-91.
In the game against the Hawks, Jonas Valanciunas scored 26 points, 12 rebounds and 4 assists.
Statistics and Safe Bets
- The Charlotte Hornets are averaging 27.4 assists per game;
- The Pelicans are averaging 25.1 assists per game;
- The Pelicans are committing 14.3 turnovers per game.
Charlotte Hornets vs New Orleans Pelicans Team News
Only Gordon Hayward is listed as injured for the Charlotte Hornets.
Kira Lewis Jr., Larry Nance Jr., Zion Williamson, Devonte’ Graham and Brandon Ingram are listed as injured for the New Orleans Pelicans.
Starting Lineups
In our opinion, the teams will take to the field with the following line-ups:
Charlotte Hornets: PG – LaMelo Ball; SG – Terry Rozier; SF – Miles Bridges; PF – PJ Washington; C – Mason Plumlee.
New Orleans Pelicans: PG – Devonte’ Graham; SG – CJ McCollum; SF – Herbert Jones; PF – Jaxson Hayes; C – Jonas Valanciunas.
Highlighted Player
Miles Bridges from the Charlotte Hornets and CJ McCollum from the New Orleans Pelicans are our highlighted players in the match.
Most popular FAQ for Charlotte Hornets vs New Orleans Pelicans
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
The teams met 9 days ago and the Hornets crushed the Pelicans by a score of 142-120.
Where will this fixture be played?
The match will be played at Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds for NBA at Vbet and William Hill.
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