Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Betting Picks, Odds, Lines & Predictions
The Knicks will look to extend the NBA-leading 6-game win streak when they host the Hornets on Tuesday. Right now, New York is in the middle of the best NBA betting season they’ve had in years. Their overall record is 31-27 and they hold the 6th spot in the East. The Knicks are even more successful against the spread, going 36-21-1 for the season. The Hornets managed to stop their skid on Sunday, beating Portland for their first win after 4 losses. They’re now 8th in the East, one game behind the Knicks in the loss column. Over the season, they are 28-28 straight up and 30-25-1 ATS. This is the second meeting between the two in this campaign. Charlotte won the previous matchup 109-88.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Betting Odds & Line Movement
After winning six straight, the Knicks are firm favorites for this NBA betting one, too. The line is set at -5.5 in their favor. Charlotte backers can find -6 line at some bookies. The total is opened at 210.5 and has dropped slightly since, to 209.5.
Notes On The Charlotte Hornets
After a promising start to the campaign, injuries to a couple of key players have derailed Charlotte’s season. They’re now at exactly .500 but have fallen out of places leading directly to the playoffs. The Sunday victory against Portland will boost their confidence after 4 tough losses in a row. In the absence of Ball, Hayward, and Graham, Terry Rozier led the way for the Hornets. Scary Terry was close to a triple-double scoring 34 and adding 8 rebounds and 10 assists. After missing three games, P.J Washington returned to add 23 points from the bench. Miles Bridges continued his good run of form with 19 points. The three of them were on fire from the deep, going for a combined 15-from-31 for three. The turnovers remain the main issue for coach Borrego. The Trailblazers managed to score 20 points off 14 Charlotte’s turnovers. Things should get better in this department with the imminent return of LaMelo Ball. The Hornets received some good news regarding the ROY contender. Ball has been cleared for basketball activities and should be back within 10 days.
Besides Ball, Gordon Hayward and Malik Monk also remain out. Devonte’ Graham is a game time decision.
Notes On The Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks
The Knicks have been on the roll recently. They’ve won 6 straight to go over .500 including two solid rad wins at Dallas and New Orleans. Under coach Thibs, the Knicks again have a winning culture and a hard-nosed, defense-first identity. On Sunday, they traded blows with the Pelicans for 48 minutes before eventually dominating the overtime and winning 122-112. Julius Randle carried the team once more with 33 points and 10 assists. It was his fourth straight game with 30+ points. RJ Barret continued his solid sophomore season with 18 points, while Derrick Rose added 23 from the bench. The Charlotte game kicks off a 5-game home series and it’s a perfect chance for the Knicks to solidify their playoff case.
The Knicks have only two players unavailable. Alec Burks is out due to Covid-19 protocols, while Mitchell Robinson is still recovering from foot surgery.
Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks Betting Pick & Prediction:UNDER 209
The Knicks are on fire but the -5.5 line is a bit too much against the team just two NBA betting games behind them. UNDER seems like a more viable bet. Both teams feature a slow and methodical offense. The Knicks’ pace ranks at the bottom of the league with 98.5 possessions per game. The Hornets aren’t much faster either, with 101.1. Both teams rank in the bottom 10 for points scored. Four of the last five matchups between the two have gone UNDER. Expect a tight and slow-paced game until the very end.
