An exciting Eastern Conference matchup is set for Thursday’s NBA schedule as the Charlotte Hornets will host the New York Knicks. Charlotte’s season record is 17-51 overall and 10-25 at home, while New York stands at 43-25 overall with a 21-14 road record. The Knicks have dominated their recent encounters with Charlotte, winning the last six, including both games this season. In terms of betting against the spread (ATS), the Hornets are 33-33-2, and the Knicks are 32-36 in the 2024-25 NBA season.
The game is scheduled to tipoff at 7 p.m. ET at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. New York is currently favored by 7.5 points, according to SportsLine consensus, a slight decrease from the opening 9-point spread. The over/under is set at 222 points. The money line odds are -307 for New York and +245 for Charlotte. For informed Knicks vs. Hornets betting picks, it’s recommended to consult the NBA predictions from SportsLine’s model.
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The model has focused on the New York vs. Charlotte game. For access to its picks, visit SportsLine. Here are the NBA betting lines for the Knicks vs. Hornets game:
- Hornets vs. Knicks spread: Hornets +7.5
- Hornets vs. Knicks over/under: 222 points
- Hornets vs. Knicks money line: Hornets: +245, Knicks: -307
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Why the Hornets Could Cover the Spread
The Hornets are coming off a tough 134-102 loss to the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. However, they were playing without their leading scorers, LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges. Both Ball and Bridges are expected to return for Thursday’s game, which would significantly boost Charlotte’s offense. Despite the loss to Atlanta, seven Hornets players scored in double figures, with Seth Curry and DaQuan Jeffries each contributing 19 points.
New York will be without Jalen Brunson (ankle), which diminishes their offensive efficiency. Charlotte’s strong 3-point defense, ranking ninth in the league, could further challenge the Knicks’ scoring. Without Brunson’s mid-range game, New York might struggle to score. Furthermore, Charlotte has a solid 17-12-1 ATS record as a home underdog. To see expert recommendations on which team to bet on, refer to SportsLine.
Why the Knicks Could Cover the Spread
Despite Karl-Anthony Towns’ 32 points and nine rebounds, the Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs 120-105 on Wednesday. One positive takeaway for the Knicks was their offensive rebounding dominance, securing 17 offensive rebounds. This is consistent with their recent performance, as they’ve grabbed at least 11 offensive rebounds in four straight games. Charlotte should anticipate New York’s continued focus on offensive rebounding in their upcoming game.
The Hornets struggle with rebounding, ranking in the bottom 10 in both defensive rebounds allowed per game and total rebounds allowed per game. In their two previous meetings this season, New York won the rebounding battle and both games against Charlotte. Additionally, the Knicks can exploit Charlotte’s struggling offense, which ranks in the bottom three in points per game, offensive rating, field goal percentage, and 3-point percentage. For advice on which team to bet on, visit SportsLine.
Making Hornets vs. Knicks Picks
The SportsLine model has simulated the Knicks vs. Hornets game 10,000 times, providing a projection of 221 combined points, favoring the Under. It also indicates a point-spread pick with nearly a 70% chance of hitting. To access the model’s specific pick, visit SportsLine.
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