Golden State Warriors vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 23/02/2024, 07:42  by Kennedy Kechula | Modified on 23/02/2024 at 07:44 in NBA Predictions

The streaking Charlotte Hornets will be away to the Golden State Warriors for their next NBA regular season assignment. They are currently 13th in the Eastern Conference while the Warriors are 10th in the West. The Warriors are playing the second game of a back-to-back and will hope to secure a third successive win. Steve Kerr’s men returned from the All-Star break with a 128-110 victory over the Lakers. Their 28th win of the season was also their seventh in the last eight games. Their newfound form has allowed them to claw into the playoff picture. Gary Payton II and Chris Paul have been confirmed absentees for this match. Golden State have won the last three times the Hornets have been in town. The Warriors are ranked sixth on offence and are averaging 131 points over their last three matches.

The Charlotte Hornets are in the best form they have been in all season. They have won their last four games and only two other teams are currently on a longer winning run. Steve Clifford’s men, who also are playing on the second night of a back-to-back, are coming off a 115-107 victory in Utah. They have now won 14 games but remain with a losing record after suffering 41 defeats. Charlotte have been propelled by the changes they made during the trade window. Grant Williams, one of their new additions has been a revelation for the team and has averaged 18.8 points since joining. David Bertans, Seth Curry, as well as Tre Mann, have all been noteworthy additions. The Hornets, who are averaging 116 points over their last three matches, will be without LaMelo Ball and Mark Williams.