In the 2024/25 NBA regular season, we will have an Eastern Conference matchup where the Charlotte Hornets will host the Toronto Raptors at the Spectrum Center. The game, which will take place in Charlotte, will begin this Wednesday (30th) at 8 PM (Brasília time).
The Hornets are looking for their first home win, while the Raptors are seeking their first away victory. In this prediction, check out our betting tips, team information, and where to watch the game.
Our Predictions: Charlotte Hornets to Win
Charlotte Hornets and Toronto Raptors face off in a 2024/25 NBA regular season game. Hornets and Raptors are both aiming for their second win of the season. The prediction is for a Charlotte Hornets victory, given their home-court advantage. Additionally, there is an expectation for a high-scoring game, suggesting a bet on “over 225.5 points” in the game.
Both the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors lost their last games, to the Miami Heat and Denver Nuggets, respectively. However, the North Carolina team has shown a better level of play so far this season. Therefore, the forecast is for a Hornets victory with the support of their fans.
Both the Charlotte Hornets and the Toronto Raptors have offenses that are slightly below average, despite a faster-paced game. However, neither team excels defensively, which suggests a more dynamic game. Hence, the recommended bet is on the over points market.
Latest news and statistics for the Charlotte Hornets
Charles Lee’s Charlotte Hornets are among the worst teams in the Eastern Conference, with one win and two losses. With two consecutive defeats, the most recent being against the Miami Heat on Monday, a 114-106 loss.
In the loss to the Heat, the Hornets converted 43.8% of their total shots and 31.7% from the perimeter. Their most productive players were LaMelo Ball, with 27 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists, Miles Bridges, with 16 points, nine rebounds, two assists, and one block, and Seth Curry, with 15 points, four rebounds, and two assists.
Latest news and statistics for the Toronto Raptors
On the other side of the court are the Toronto Raptors, coached by Darko Rajaković, who are also near the bottom of the Eastern standings, with one win and three losses. Also with two consecutive losses, the Canadian franchise comes off a painful defeat to the Denver Nuggets, where they came very close to winning but lost 127-125 after overtime.
In the loss to the Nuggets, the Raptors made 45% of their shots overall, as well as 28.6% from the three-point line. Their standout players were Scottie Barnes, who recorded a double-double with 21 points and 12 rebounds, along with nine assists, five steals, and one block, RJ Barrett, with 20 points, five rebounds, and three assists, and Jakob Poeltl, with a double-double of 16 points and 19 rebounds, along with two assists and one block.
By the way, Barnes is out for this game, as he was injured by an elbow from Jokic.