New York Knicks at Charlotte Hornets odds, picks and predictions

Nathan Beighle | Staff Writer

The Charlotte Hornets (3-8) welcome the New York Knicks (7-5) to the Spectrum Center Saturday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let's analyze FanDuel Sportsbook's lines around the Knicks vs. Hornets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Knicks lead 1-0.

The Hornets lost to the Milwaukee Bucks 130-99 Friday, failing to cover as an 8-point home underdog in the in-season tournament group stage battle. They are just 5-6 against the spread (ATS) on the season and 2-4 ATS at home. Charlotte is 7-4 O/U. It is led by G LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 23.5 points per game.

The Knicks beat the Washington Wizards on the road 120-99 Friday, covering as a 7.5-point favorite. They are 6-1 ATS when a favorite and 7-3-2 ATS on the season. New York is 4-2-1 ATS on the road. It is led in scoring by G Jalen Brunson, who averaged 23.5 points per game.

Knicks at Hornets odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access Paste BN Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks -270 (bet $270 to win $100) | Hornets +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks -6.5 (-112) | Hornets +6.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 224 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Knicks at Hornets key injuries

Knicks

F RJ Barrett (illness) game-time decision
G Quentin Grimes (hand) game-time decision

Hornets

G Terry Rozier (groin) game-time decision

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Knicks at Hornets picks and predictions

Prediction

Knicks 119, Hornets 115

Moneyline

PASS.

New York is the far more efficient side and has played well on the road. Expect it to come out on top and avoid a plus-money home underdog in Charlotte.

Against the spread

BET HORNETS +6.5 (-108).

The Hornets enjoyed the return of F Miles Bridges, who should add a major dimension to their offense, Friday. Charlotte shot just 11 free throws in its first battle with New York. It may get the better whistle Saturday.

The Hornets also have the size in C Mark Williams to keep the Knicks off the glass. New York ranks No. 1 in offensive rebounding rate. Williams on the glass and the return of Bridges should aid the Hornets in this battle.

At home, Charlotte should be able to cover as it reacclimates its former star forward. Take HORNETS +6.5 (-108).

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 224 (-110).

The Knicks are 4-8 O/U this season, but they have gone Over in 3 of their last 5 games. New York has scored at least 120 points in 3 of its last 5 games, so its offense has been performing well.

Charlotte is 7-4 O/U and 7-2 O/U over its last 9 games. The Hornets rank 10th in pace and should be able to play at a high tempo at home. Charlotte has allowed 124 or more points in 7 of its last 9 games. Expect its defense to continue to struggle.

Take OVER 224 (-110).

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