Oklahoma City Thunder at Charlotte Hornets Pick & Prediction – 12/28/2024

• Date: December 28, 2024
• Venue: Spectrum Center

Betting Odds

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets Win Probabilities

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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets Betting Preview

The Oklahoma City Thunder clash with the Charlotte Hornets on Saturday night at 6:00 PM ET at Spectrum Center. With a strong 24-6 record, the Thunder enter this matchup as significant favorites, evident from a spread of Thunder -12.0 and a moneyline set at -750. The Hornets, struggling at 7-23, carry a moneyline of +560, reflecting their uphill battle.

Oklahoma City comes into the game riding a hot streak, having won four consecutive contests. In their last outing, they edged out the Indiana Pacers 120-114, showcasing their offensive prowess. Conversely, the Charlotte Hornets find themselves in a tough spot, having dropped six straight games, including a narrow defeat against the Washington Wizards, ending 113-110.

The odds suggest the Thunder have an implied win probability of 85%, while the Hornets sit at 15%. Bettors looking to dive into player prop markets might want to keep an eye on LaMelo Ball's rebounds and assists, as this has emerged as the most popular betting market for this game. Initially opening at Over 11.5 Rebounds and Assists (-130), the prop total has since steamed to 12.5 (-110), indicating sharp action on the Over.

With the Thunder's momentum and the Hornets' struggles, this matchup presents a clear opportunity for bettors. The Thunder’s ability to capitalize on their current form will be crucial, especially against a reeling Charlotte squad. Fans and bettors alike will be eager to see if Oklahoma City can continue its winning ways or if Charlotte can pull off an upset on their home floor.

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction

Final Score: Oklahoma City Thunder 112.52 vs Charlotte Hornets 105.07

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