The New Orleans Pelicans (14-11) visit the Charlotte Hornets (7-15) at Spectrum Center, beginning at 7:00 PM ET on Friday, December 15, 2023. The Hornets are 9.5-point underdogs in the game. The matchup’s point total is set at 233.
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Pelicans vs. Hornets Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Pelicans | -9.5 | 233 |
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Injury Report as of December 15
Pelicans: Zion Williamson: Questionable (Ankle), Larry Nance: Out (Rib), Matt Ryan: Out (Elbow)
Hornets: P.J. Washington: Questionable (Shoulder), Mark Williams: Doubtful (Back), Cody Martin: Out (Knee), Kai Jones: Out (Personal), Frank Ntilikina: Out (Left Tibia), LaMelo Ball: Out (Ankle)
Computer Picks
| Spread Pick | Hornets (+9.5) |
|---|---|
| Total Pick | Under (233) |
Predictions are calculated by a data-driven algorithm (raw power score) that ranks head-to-head matchup results within a closed network of games. Prediction confidence is determined by the delta between each team’s raw power score.
Pelicans vs. Hornets Stat Rankings
| Pelicans Avg. (Rank) | Hornets Avg. (Rank) | |
|---|---|---|
| 114.9 (13th) | Points Scored | 113.0 (19th) |
| 114.2 (17th) | Points Allowed | 120.8 (26th) |
| 44.2 (13th) | Rebounds | 42.2 (23rd) |
| 11.0 (13th) | Off. Rebounds | 11.2 (12th) |
| 11.0 (27th) | 3pt Made | 11.7 (23rd) |
| 26.2 (11th) | Assists | 26.1 (12th) |
| 13.0 (12th) | Turnovers | 13.9 (19th) |
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Pelicans Key Players
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zion Williamson | 18 | 24.2 | 5.7 | 4.7 | 1.1 | 0.3 | 0.1 |
| Brandon Ingram | 20 | 24.1 | 4.9 | 5.2 | 0.7 | 0.2 | 1.3 |
| CJ McCollum | 10 | 21.4 | 4.3 | 5.7 | 1.4 | 0.8 | 3.1 |
| Trey Murphy III | 3 | 18.3 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0.7 | 3.7 |
| Jonas Valančiūnas | 23 | 14.1 | 9.6 | 2.5 | 0.5 | 1.3 | 0.7 |
Hornets Key Players
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Terry Rozier | 13 | 23.9 | 3.5 | 7.6 | 1.1 | 0.5 | 2.8 |
| Miles Bridges | 12 | 19.9 | 6.8 | 2.7 | 1.4 | 0.3 | 2 |
| Gordon Hayward | 21 | 15.5 | 5 | 4.8 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 1 |
| Brandon Miller | 20 | 14.8 | 4.1 | 2.2 | 0.7 | 0.6 | 2.1 |
| P.J. Washington | 21 | 13.3 | 5.1 | 2.4 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1.9 |
Betting Trends
- The Pelicans have beaten the spread 15 times in 25 games.
- New Orleans is yet to lose ATS (1-0) as a 9.5-point favorite or greater this season.
- The Pelicans have seen 12 of their 25 games hit the over.
- In nine games this year, New Orleans and its opponent have combined to score more than 233 points.
- Pelicans games this season have posted an average total of 229.2, which is 3.8 points fewer than the total for this matchup.
- The Hornets’ record against the spread is 8-13-1.
- Charlotte has won once ATS (1-2) as a 9.5-point underdog or greater this year.
- There have been 14 Hornets games (out of 22) that hit the over this season.
- Charlotte’s games have finished with over 233 points scored 12 times this season.
- This season, Hornets games have resulted in an average scoring total of 233.8, which is 0.8 points higher than the over/under for this matchup.
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