Milwaukee Bucks vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 09/02/2024, 05:55  by Devesh Jaganath in NBA Predictions

The Charlotte Hornets head to Fiserv Forum to face the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA on Friday night. The hosts are 33-19 and third in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 10-40 and 13th in the Conference standings. 

The Charlotte Hornets' performance has been dismal lately, suffering defeats in 16 of their last 18 games. They aim to break a nine-game losing streak following their recent loss to the Raptors, falling short with a final score of 123-117 on Wednesday. Miles Bridges showcased an impressive performance, leading the team with 45 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, while Brandon Miller contributed 20 points. Currently, Charlotte ranks 28th in scoring in the NBA, averaging 108.7 points per game, while Milwaukee's defense ranks 24th, allowing an average of 120 points per game. Defensively, Charlotte ranks 25th in the league, conceding an average of 120.4 points per game. Fortunately, the Hornets have no reported injuries.

In contrast, the Milwaukee Bucks have recently faced challenges, winning only five of their last six games. They aim to end a three-game losing streak following a heavy defeat against the Timberwolves, with a final score of 129-105 last night. AJ Green stood out, leading the team with 27 points, shooting nine of 11 from the bench, while Jae Crowder contributed 21 points along with eight rebounds and five assists. The Bucks currently hold the second position in the NBA's scoring charts, averaging 123 points per game, whereas the Hornets rank 25th in terms of points allowed per game, conceding an average of 120.4. Defensively, Milwaukee ranks 24th in the league, allowing an average of 119.8 points per game. Unfortunately, both Damian Lillard and Khris Middleton are currently sidelined due to injury.