The Philadelphia 76ers (45-30) will try to extend their nine-game winning streak against the Charlotte Hornets (34-43) at Spectrum Center. The game starts at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, April 1, 2018, and will air on NBATV.
The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 217.5 points with Philadelphia opening as a 1.5-point favorite.
Philadelphia 76ers at Charlotte Hornets Betting Prediction
In the 76ers’ last matchup, they defeated the Atlanta Hawks, 101-91. Philadelphia held the Hawks to an effective field goal percentage of 0.401 (below their season average of 0.513). Atlanta, meanwhile, held the 76ers to an offensive rebounding percentage of 17.0 (below their season average of 25.6). Philadelphia received a boost from Ben Simmons, who registered his 10th triple-double of the season. He dominated, collecting 13 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists.
The Hornets lost to the Washington Wizards in their last matchup, 107-93. Washington’s turnover percentage was their biggest strength over Charlotte. The Wizards had a rate of 11.4 (better than their season average of 12.8), while the Hornets posted a mark of 16.1 (above their season average of 10.9). Dwight Howard had a solid performance for Charlotte, leading the team in scoring with 22 points on 9-for-15 shooting.
Charlotte could put on a ball-control clinic in this matchup. Charlotte ranks second in the league at avoiding errors (turnover percentage of 12.1 percent), while Philadelphia forces the ninth-fewest turnovers (13.2 percent). Furthermore, the 76ers’ top-ranked defense (opponents’ effective field goal percentage of 0.491) will clash against the Hornets’ 27th-ranked offense (effective field goal percentage of 0.504).
Philadelphia heads into the contest with records of 45-30 straight up (SU) and 44-31 against the spread (ATS). Of the 76ers’ 75 games, 37 have finished over the O/U total.
Meanwhile, Charlotte owns records of 34-43 SU and 31-41-4 ATS. Games involving the Hornets have gone over the total 50.0 percent of the time.
Marco Belinelli has averaged 14.4 points over the last five games for Philadelphia.
The 76ers have won all three matchups against the Hornets this season, including a 108-94 victory in their last matchup. Philadelphia covered as a 9-point favorite and the game finished with a total of 202 points, which was 19 points below the projected point total of 221 points. Philadelphia had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (34.0 vs. 12.2). Charlotte, meanwhile, did a terrific job of converting from the charity stripe (24-30; 80.0 percent). Simmons played a huge role in the victory, recording a a triple-double with 11 points, 15 assists and 12 rebounds.
Philadelphia 76ers at Charlotte Hornets Betting Pick
Prediction: SU Winner – 76ers, ATS Winner – 76ers, O/U – Under
Notes
Betting Notes:
On the road, Philadelphia is 19-20 ATS with 21 overs and 18 unders.
Charlotte is 17-21-1 ATS at home with 21 overs and 18 unders.
Charlotte is 12-3 when they allow less than 100 points, while Philadelphia is 19-0.
The 76ers are 42-18 when they reach 100 points, while the Hornets are 33-20.
Charlotte ranks third in points off turnovers allowed per game (14.4) while Philadelphia ranks 29th (18.8).
The Hornets rank second in steals allowed per game (6.5) while the 76ers rank 26th (8.7).
Philadelphia ranks second in assists per game (26.6) while Charlotte ranks 26th (21.3).
The 76ers average 47.2 rebounds per game, which ranks first in the NBA. The Hornets rank 18th in rebounds allowed per game (43.7).
Philadelphia ranks second in points allowed in the paint per game (41.7) while Charlotte ranks 17th (44.9).
The Hornets rank first in second chance points allowed per game (10.5) while the 76ers rank 14th (12.5).
Philadelphia ranks 17th in fast break points per game (11.1) while Charlotte ranks 27th (9.1).
The 76ers average 5.0 blocks per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. The Hornets rank 18th in blocks allowed per game (5.0).
Philadelphia averages 29.6 three pointers per game, which ranks 12th in the league. Charlotte ranks 19th in three pointers allowed per game (30.2).
Bettings Trends:
In their last five games, Philadelphia is 5-0 ATS with 2 overs, 2 unders and 1 push.
Charlotte is 3-2 ATS with 3 unders and 2 overs over their last five games.
The 76ers’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 15.6, up from 3.5 for the season.
During their last five games, the Hornets have scored an average of 115.4 points per game (7.8 above their season average) and allowed an average of 106.0 points per game (1.8 below their season average).
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