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Today's Betting Overview - Rockets @ Hornets
The Rockets take on the Hornets on Friday, April 7th at Spectrum Center, Charlotte. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NBA games throughout the 2022-2023 season.
- Matchup: Houston Rockets (20-60) vs. Charlotte Hornets (26-54)
- Date: Friday, April 7th
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Venue: Spectrum Center
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Rockets
- Jae'Sean Tate (Out) Knee
Hornets
- Gordon Hayward (Out) Thumb
- Kelly Oubre Jr. (Out) Shoulder
- Terry Rozier (Out) Foot
- Dennis Smith Jr. (Questionable) Toe
- P.J. Washington (Out) Foot
- Cody Martin (Out) Knee
- LaMelo Ball (Out) Ankle
- Mark Williams (Probable) Ankle
Houston Rockets - NBA Betting Analysis
The Rockets enter today's game looking to build some momentum after a 124-103 win over the Nuggets. Jalen Green and his 32 led the way for the Rockets. Houston was the 11.5-point underdog heading into the game, giving them an ATS win.
With the win, the team has moved to 20-60, placing them 15th in the Western Conference. So far this season, they have gone 14-27 at home and 6-33 on the road. Houston's record against the spread is below .500 at 31-46.
Although the Rockets are ranked just 28th in the NBA at 110.7 points per game, they have been playing better of late. Over their previous five games, they have averaged 116 points per contest. A key to the Rockets' offensive struggles is their inability to consistently knock down three-pointers. So far, Houston is 20th in three-point attempts and 30th in percentage at 32.7%. The team's scoring numbers are also hampered by a below-average pace of play. For the season, the Rockets are just 98.6 in possessions per game.
The Rockets will look to step up their defensive effort in today's game, as they currently sit at 28th in the NBA for points allowed per game (118.2). Although the team has held up well on the defensive glass (2nd) and forced turnovers, at an average of 15.4 per game, they still have mediocre overall numbers. Opponents have hit 35.0% of their three-point shots and 48.4% of their overall field goal attempts against the Rockets.
Charlotte Hornets - NBA Betting Analysis
The Hornets enter today's game having lost three straight, including a 120-100 loss to the Raptors. Bryce McGowens led the team in scoring with 20 points on 58.3% shooting. Going into the game, oddsmakers had Charlotte as the 15.0-point underdog, resulting in an ATS loss for the team.
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Now, the Hornets' overall record sits at 26-54, placing them 14th in the Eastern Conference. The team's current record at home is 13-27 and 13-27 on the road. The Hornets have failed to cover the spread in 3 straight games and have an overall ATS record of 34-41.
Going into today's game, the Hornets are ranked 27th in scoring with an average of 111.0 points per contest. Over their five most recent games, the team has been scoring an average of 230 points per game. The Hornets' offensive performance has been impacted by their three-point shooting this season, currently ranked 29th after hitting 33.2% of their attempts. However, they are currently above average in pace, sitting 6th in the league. When looking at their free-throw shooting numbers, Charlotte is 18th in attempts and 27th in free-throw shooting percentage.
Defensively, the Hornets enter today's game having allowed an average of 118.2 points per game, placing them 28th in the league. One problem for the unit has been their inability to generate turnovers, ranking 18th at 13.6 per game. This year, opponents have hit 48.4% of their field goal attempts and 35.0% of their shots from beyond the arc. However, Charlotte has held up well on the boards, ranking 2nd in the NBA in defensive rebounds per game.
Today's NBA Betting Pick - Rockets vs. Hornets
Today will be the second time that these two teams have matched up this season. In the first meeting, the Hornets came out on top with a 122-117 win. Charlotte came away with the straight-up win but did not cover as 3.0-point favorites. Going into the game, the over/under line was set at 236.5 points.
In the Rockets' previous five games as the favorite, they have a straight-up record of 3-2 while going 2-2-1 against the spread. In their last three road contests, they are 1-2 ATS and 0-3 straight up. Their previous ten games have an over/under mark of 6-4 with an average of 239 points per contest.
Across Charlotte's last five games at home, they have an ATS mark of 4-1 while going 4-1 straight-up. As the underdog, the Hornets are 0-3 straight up on an average scoring differential of -24 points per game. This has led to an ATS mark of 3-0. Their previous ten games have ended in an average of 220 points per game and an over/under mark of 3-7.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: CHA +2
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under OFF
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