Atlanta Hawks vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 10/04/2024, 05:05  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 10/04/2024 at 06:04 in NBA Predictions

The Atlanta Hawks will play host to the Charlotte Hornets at the State Farm Arena in the NBA on Wednesday night. The hosts are 36-43 and tenth in the Eastern Conference while the visitors are 19-60 and 13th in the Conference standings. 

With just 19 wins this season, the Hornets are out of playoff contention and have endured a challenging stretch, losing 11 of their last 13 games. They’ll now aim to halt a two-game skid following a 130-104 defeat against the Mavericks. Miles Bridges led the team with 22 points, supported by Brandon Miller with 21 points, six rebounds, and four assists. Charlotte has struggled offensively throughout the season, ranking second-last in scoring with 106.4 points per game, while Atlanta ranks 28th defensively, allowing 120.3 points per game. At home, the Hornets average 108.1 points, compared to 104.6 on the road. Defensively, they concede 116.6 points per game (21st) and opponents shoot 49.3% from the field (28th) and 37.6% from beyond the arc (25th). Amari Bailey is questionable due to illness for this game.

Meanwhile, the Hawks have already secured their place in the postseason, albeit in the play-in rounds, as they lead the Nets by five wins and trail the Bulls by one in ninth place. However, they are eager to snap a three-game slide after a 117-111 double overtime loss to the Heat last night. Dejounte Murray led the team with a triple-double, notching 29 points, 13 rebounds, and 13 assists, while De'Andre Hunter contributed 23 points and 11 rebounds. The Hawks rank sixth in scoring, averaging 118.6 points per game, just 1.8 points more than the 116.8 points the Hornets allow. They have performed significantly better offensively at home, averaging 122.1 points compared to 115.0 on the road this season. However, defensively, they rank third-last, allowing 120.3 points per game, indicating an area needing improvement for the postseason. Trae Young has been cleared to practice but remains doubtful for this match.