LaMelo Ball and the Charlotte Hornets are back home to host the Orlando Magic on Friday night, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, money line odds and over/under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet at Tipico Sportsbook.
The game tips off at 7:00 p.m. ET and can be seen on Bally Sports SE.
The Hornets (23-19) are coming off their fourth-straight victory, defeating the Philadelphia 76ers, 109-98, on Friday. The Orlando Magic (7-35) are coming off a 112-106 loss to the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.
Magic at Hornets notable injuries:
Hornets: Kelly Oubre Jr. and Kai Jones (heath and safety protocols) are out.
Magic: Mo Bamba (toe) is questionable. Jonathan Isaac (knee), E’Twaun Moore (knee), Michael Carter-Williams (left ankle), Markelle Fultz (knee), and Wendell Carter Jr. (hamstring) are all out.
The lines, courtesy of Tipico Sportsbook
- Point spread: Hornets -10.5
- Money line: Hornets -800 / Magic +520
- Over-under: 223.5
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Advice and prediction
The Hornets are on a roll, winning four straight games while the Magic are on a 10-game losing streak. Take Charlotte with the points and hit the over.
Prediction: Hornets 120, Magic 106
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