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Madison Square Garden, which is considered one of the NBA’s most significant arenas, is set to be decked out to host the upcoming match between the Hornets vs Knicks.
This will mark the third meeting between the two teams, with the New York franchise currently holding a 2-0 lead. The first victory was a narrow 134-131 win on the same court on October 26, while in December, thanks to a superb performance by Julius Randle, who scored 33 points, New York won convincingly 121-102 at home. Will the Hornets be able to break their losing streak in this upcoming game?
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Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the Charlotte Hornets vs New York Knicks NBA Regular Season Game on March 7, 2023
- Where: Madison Square Garden, Manhattan, New York.
- When: Tuesday, March 7, 2023, 7:30 PM E.T.
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Betting on the Charlotte Hornets
- Regular season record: 20-45.
Steve Clifford’s squad has managed to pull away from the Detroit Pistons, who currently occupy the last place in the Eastern Conference, by winning five consecutive games. Initially, the gap between the two teams was minimal, but it has now widened to four and a half games.
However, their winning streak came to a halt after a 91-105 loss to the Phoenix Suns last Thursday. This was mainly due to LaMelo Ball’s injury during their game against the Pistons, where he suffered a fractured ankle and will be out for the remainder of the regular season. Ball was the team’s main player, with an average of 23.3 points and 8.5 assists per game.
The team’s performance took a drastic hit, as seen in their next game against the Orlando Magic, where they suffered another defeat with a score of 117-106. As the Hornets prepare to face the Knicks, it appears that the head coach has not been able to find a suitable replacement for Ball, resulting in a significant decrease in scoring.
Furthermore, the Hornets have had a troubling record of 7-23 on the road this season. This provides an excellent opportunity for those who wish to bet on a significant score difference in favor of the home team.
Betting on the New York Knicks
- Regular Season Record: 38-27.
The situation is quite different for the Knicks, as there is a sense of calm in New York despite the usual high expectations of their fans. This is due to their impressive winning streak of eight consecutive victories, including a tight 122-120 win in their recent visit to the Miami-Dade Arena.
Under Tom Thibodeau’s guidance, the team’s offensive performance has significantly improved, with a rating of twelfth in the league and an average of 115.2 points per game. Furthermore, in four of their last six games, the Knicks have scored over 120 points.
Although the Knicks’ 19-15 home record is not ideal, it is worth noting that they have won eight of their last 10 games at Madison Square Garden. This could give them an edge going into the Hornets vs Knicks game.
JefeBet Prediction
New York’s strength at home, with five consecutive victories, is a decisive factor for this matchup. We should also consider the fact that Charlotte is one of the worst defenses in the NBA, allowing 118.1 points per game.
That’s why at JefeBet we are leaning towards a comfortable victory in favor of the home team, in what is expected to be an entertaining duel between Hornets vs Knicks.
Prediction: New York Knicks Spread.
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