Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction, Preview, & Odds – 12/20/2024

• Date: December 20, 2024
• Venue: Wells Fargo Center

Betting Odds

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Win Probabilities

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Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Betting Preview

The Charlotte Hornets are set to face off against the Philadelphia 76ers in a Friday night showdown at the Wells Fargo Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET, and the odds are heavily stacked in favor of the 76ers, who are pegged as 10.5-point favorites. With the Moneyline sitting at -460 for Philadelphia and +370 for Charlotte, the 76ers have an implied win probability of 79%, while the Hornets lag behind at 21%.

Philadelphia comes into this matchup with the advantage of extra rest, having last played four days ago. This break could be crucial as the 76ers look to capitalize on their home-court edge. Despite their recent struggles—losing 13 of their last 20 games—Philadelphia's recent victory over the Hornets, a 121-108 win, should give them a confidence boost.

The Hornets, on the other hand, face a tougher challenge. They're playing on the second night of a back-to-back, having suffered a 123-114 defeat to the Washington Wizards just a day earlier. Charlotte is currently on a three-game losing streak, and the quick turnaround might exacerbate their fatigue, potentially impacting their performance.

In terms of individual performances, all eyes will be on LaMelo Ball, particularly in the points and assists markets. This prop bet has gained significant interest from bettors, with sharp money leaning towards the Under on Ball’s combined points and assists, currently priced at 35.5 (-115).

With the 76ers being massive favorites and the Hornets entering the game on a cold streak, Philadelphia seems poised to exploit their rested roster against a weary Charlotte squad. However, with basketball's unpredictability, anything can happen once the players hit the court.

Charlotte Hornets vs Philadelphia 76ers Prediction

Final Score: Charlotte Hornets 109.55 vs Philadelphia 76ers 122.05

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