The Charlotte Hornets (6-13) welcome the Toronto Raptors (9-12) to Spectrum Center Friday. Tip is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Raptors vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; Toronto won 4-0 last season
The Hornets lost to the Chicago Bulls 111-100 Wednesday, failing to cover as 5.5-point road underdogs. They are 1-5 against the spread (ATS) over their last 6 games and 7-12 ATS on the season. They are 1-4 ATS over their last 5 at home. Charlotte is led by G LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 24.7 points per game and will be out Friday with an ankle injury.
The Raptors lost to the Miami Heat 112-103 Wednesday, failing to cover as 3.5-point home favorites. Toronto is 11-10 ATS on the season yet just 1-3 over its last 4. It is 4-3 ATS over its last 7 road games. The Raptors are led by F Pascal Siakam, who is averaging 20.5 points per game. Six Toronto players average double figures.