For your Hornets vs. Pacers predictions needs, we’ve got you covered as the Pacers hit the road to face the Hornets on Sunday, Feb 4 at 6:00 ET. Currently, the total sits at 237.5, with the Pacers favored by 9.5 on the road. Check out our Hornets vs. Pacers player props and predictions.
Hornets vs. Pacers Odds
- Spread: Pacers -9.5
- Total 237.5
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Game Info
- Date: Sunday, Feb 4
- Time: 6:00 ET
- Location: Spectrum Center, Charlotte NC
- TV: BSSE
Pacers Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Pacers have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Through their last three road games, Indiana has an ATS record of just 1-1-1. However, their overall record was 0-3 while averaging 113 points per game.
- Although the Pacers have a strong straight up record in their last five games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 2-3.
Hornets Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Hornets have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 1-4 vs. the spread.
- In their last ten games at home, the Hornets have a straight up record of 2-8 while going 3-7 vs. the spread. The team averaged 105 points per game in this stretch.
- Looking back on the team’s last five games as the underdog, the Hornets have a straight up record of 0-5. Their record vs the spread in these games was 0-5.
Will Indiana Secure A Victory as Road Favorites?
When playing against Eastern Conference teams, the Pacers have gone 21-13 and are 6-10 in non-conference games. Overall, the Pacers are 27-23 and have gone 2-3 in their last five games.
In their most recent game, the Pacers’ offense was impressive, putting up 122 points vs. the Kings. They shot 54.1% from the field and went 20/24 from the free throw line. Bennedict Mathurin was the leading scorer for Indiana with 31 points, while Pascal Siakam chipped in 22 points.
When it comes to scoring, the Pacers have been one of the worst defenses in the league this season, allowing 122.8 points per game (28th). On the road, their defense has been even worse, giving up 125.0 points per contest (30th).
While Indiana has struggled to keep opponents off the scoreboard, they have done a great job of defending the three-point line. On the season, they are the best in the NBA in three-point percentage allowed (37.4%).
One area where the Pacers have struggled is at the free-throw line. They are giving up 27.3 made free-throws per game (30th).
Will Charlotte Pull Through as the Underdog Home Team?
Heading into today’s game vs. the Pacers, the Hornets are 10-37 overall. Against the Eastern Conference, the Hornets have gone 7-22 compared to 3-15 in non-conference games. Despite being heavy underdogs (+9.5), the Hornets are hoping to come away with a win.
In their last game, the Hornets’ offense scored 106 points against the Thunder. They shot 44.6% from the field and made 14 out of 31 three-point attempts. When it comes to pace, Charlotte is one of the slower teams in the league, averaging 98 possessions per game. In terms of three-point shooting, they rank 18th in attempts and 19th in three-point shooting percentage.
When it comes to defense, the Charlotte Hornets have struggled this season, allowing 120.4 points per game, which is 25th in the NBA. At home, they have been slightly better, giving up 119.4 points per contest.
One area that opponents have had success against the Hornets is from beyond the arc, as they are 26th in three-point shooting percentage allowed at 39.7%. Overall, opponents have made 13.8 three-pointers per game against Charlotte.
Over their last five games, the Hornets’ defense has been even worse, ranking 30th in field goal percentage allowed at 55%. During that stretch, opponents have shot 65.9% from two-point range.
Hornets vs. Pacers Player Props
When looking at a player prop for this game, Miles Bridges has a points prop of 26.5 with both the over and under paying out at -117.
Our model predicts that Miles Bridges will finish with 22 points, 8 rebounds, and 4. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 26.5.
- The Prop: Miles Bridges Under 26.5 Points (-117)
Hornets vs. Pacers Predictions
For a point-spread bet in this Pacers vs. Hornets matchup, we’re leaning towards the Hornets at +9.5. Although our projections show the Pacers winning 111-108, we suggest placing your bet on the Hornets for the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 237.5, and our model projects the Pacers and Hornets to reach a combined total of 219 points. Our bet is on taking the under.
The Pick: Hornets +9.5 | at Fanduel Sportsbook