The Toronto Raptors (22-38) welcome the Charlotte Hornets (15-45) to Scotiabank Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Hornets vs. Raptors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Raptors lead 2-1
The Raptors lost to the Golden State Warriors 120-105 Friday, failing to cover as 3-point home underdogs. Toronto has lost 2 straight but has won 3 of its last 5. The Raptors have covered 4 of their last 6 and are 29-31 against the spread (ATS) this season. Unfortunately for Toronto, leading scorer F Scottie Barnes is out with a hand injury — he averages 19.9 points per game (PPG).
The Hornets lost at the Philadelphia 76ers 121-114 Friday, covering as 12-point road underdogs. Charlotte has been a double-digit underdog in each of its last 3 games and is 1-2 ATS in those. It is 24-36 ATS on the season and 6-3 ATS in its last 9. F Miles Bridges leads the Hornets in scoring at 21.4 PPG.