The Hornets are set to face the Boston Celtics on Monday, Apr 1. The game is scheduled for 7:00 ET while airing on NBCS. Boston enters this game as 17-point favorites with the total set at 219.5. How will this one play out? Let’s dive into the Hornets vs Celtics players props and predictions below.
Hornets vs. Celtics Odds
- Spread: Celtics -17
- Total 219.5
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Game Info
- Date: Monday, Apr 1
- Time: 7:00 ET
- Location: Spectrum Center, Charlotte NC
- TV: NBCS
Celtics Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Celtics have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- Through their last three road contests, the Celtics offense has averaged 114 points per game while allowing an average of 111. Boston posted an overall record of 1-2 while going 1-2 ATS.
- Going back to their last three games as the favorite, the Celtics have a straight up record of 1-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 1-2.
Hornets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Hornets have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
- Through their last three home games, Charlotte has an ATS record of just 0-3. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 91 points per game.
- Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Hornets have a straight up record of 2-8. But, their mark vs the spread was just 3-7.
Will Boston Live Up to Expectations on the Road?
Today, the Celtics are favored by 17 points (-17) against the Hornets. This season, Boston has been favored in 71 of their 74 games and has a record of 56-15 as the favorite. In these games, they have gone 36-32 against the spread, with an average scoring margin of +11.8 points per game.
In the Eastern Conference, the Celtics are in 1st place with a record of 58-16. This is also the best record in the NBA. On the road, they are 26-13 compared to 32-3 at home.
In their most recent game, the Celtics defeated the Pelicans by a score of 104-92. The O/U line for that game was 223.5, and the Celtics were favored by 6 points. The combined scoring for the game was 196 points.
This season, the Celtics have an O/U record of 37-36-1, with an average over/under line of 229.8. In their games, the average combined scoring is 230.4 points per game.
When it comes to scoring, the Celtics are one of the top offensive teams in the league, averaging 120.9 points per game (2nd). They have been especially potent from beyond the arc, leading the NBA in three-pointers made per game at 16.5.
So far this season, Boston has outscored the NBA scoring average in 74.3% of their games. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 9th in the league at 48%, and they are also 2nd in true shooting percentage.
Heading into this game, the Celtics are 19th in pace at 97.4 possessions per game. In terms of two-point shooting, they are 3rd in the NBA at 57% but are just 29th in two-point field goals attempted.
At this time, the Celtics’ defense is positioned 5th in the NBA, permitting 109.5 points per game. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Celtics defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 52.2% while allowing 34.8% from downtown.
Will the Hornets Secure A Victory as Home Underdogs?
In their last game, the Hornets lost to the Clippers by a score of 130-118. The O/U line for that game was 215.5, and Charlotte covered the spread as 14-point underdogs.
Charlotte has lost two straight games and are currently 18-56 on the season. In the Eastern Conference, they are in 13th place and 4th in the Southeast Division.
As the underdog, the Hornets have an ATS record of 27-40 for the season. Today, they are 17-point underdogs and have gone 2-15 as the underdog.
This season, the Hornets have an average scoring differential of -8.1 points per game at home. On the road, their ATS record is 13-25 compared to 15-19 at home.
In their 74 games this season, Charlotte has had an average combined scoring total of 223.3 points. Today’s O/U line is set at 219.5, and the Hornets have a season record of 36-38 on the O/U.
Charlotte’s O/U record in games with higher lines than 219.5 is 24-29 and 11-7 in games with lower lines. This season, 53 of their games have had higher O/U lines than today’s.
At home this season, the Hornets are averaging 108.2 points per game, which is 29th in the NBA. Overall, they are 29th in the league at 106.4 points per game. In terms of pace, Charlotte is 25th in the league at 96.8 possessions per game.
When it comes to field goal percentage, the Hornets are 27th in the NBA at 45%. They are also 30th in free throw attempts and makes per game. From beyond the arc, Charlotte is hitting 35% of their three-point attempts (25th).
So far this season, the Hornets have outscored the NBA scoring average in just 32.4% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 28th in the league at 24.6 per game.
At present, the Hornets’ defense is ranked 22nd, allowing 116.9 points per game. In their previous matchup vs. the Clippers, the Hornets’ defense struggled, giving up a field goal percentage of 57% leading to 130 points.
Hornets vs. Celtics Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Jayson Tatum and his points prop of 27.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -105 while the under is at -125. For his matchup against the Hornets, we recommend taking the under on Jayson Tatum and his prop bet of 27.5 points. According to our player projection model, he is expected to fall short of his prop, with a projection of 26.
- The Prop: Jayson Tatum Under 27.5 Points (-125)
Hornets vs. Celtics Predictions
For a pick on the point-spread in this Celtics vs. Hornets matchup, our bet is to grab the Hornets at +17. Even though our projections have the Celtics winning 116-106, we see the Hornets as the play on the point-spread.
As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 219.5 and our model has the Celtics and Hornets finishing with a combined 222 points. Our pick is to take the over.
The Pick: Hornets +17 | at Fanduel Sportsbook