Charlotte Hornets at Orlando Magic Odds, Picks and Predictions
Hornets Look to Bounce Back After Loss, Magic Aim for Third Straight Win
The Charlotte Hornets will look to bounce back from a tough loss when they visit the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. The Hornets have lost two of their last three games, including a 113-105 defeat to the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. The Magic, meanwhile, have won two straight games, including a 113-109 victory over the Toronto Raptors on Monday.
The Hornets will be without leading scorer LaMelo Ball, who is out with a sprained left ankle. Terry Rozier will likely start in Ball's place, and he will need to have a big game if the Hornets want to win. Rozier is averaging 20.4 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 5.0 assists per game this season.
Keys to the Game
- Ball's Absence: The Hornets will need to find a way to replace Ball's production, both in terms of scoring and playmaking.
- Rozier's Performance: Rozier will need to have a big game if the Hornets want to win. He is a talented scorer and playmaker, and he will need to be at his best to lead the Hornets to victory.
- Magic's Defense: The Magic have been playing well defensively lately, and they will need to continue to do so if they want to beat the Hornets.
Prediction
The Hornets are a talented team, but they will be without their best player in Ball. The Magic, meanwhile, have been playing well lately, and they will be looking to continue their winning ways. I predict that the Magic will win this game, 112-108.
Odds
- Spread: Magic -2.5
- Total: 220.5
- Moneyline: Magic -135, Hornets +115
