Charlotte Hornets: Q&A With David Ramil

Jan 2, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kyle Singler (5) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Thunder defeated the Hornets 109-90. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Charlotte Hornets guard Kemba Walker (15) shoots the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Kyle Singler (5) during the second half at Time Warner Cable Arena. The Thunder defeated the Hornets 109-90. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
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Jan 2, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives the ball inside against Charlotte Hornets guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 2, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Russell Westbrook (0) drives the ball inside against Charlotte Hornets guard Jeremy Lin (7) during the first half at Time Warner Cable Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports

Jerry Stephens: What is your final prediction for how this game will play out?

David Ramil: Like many people, I’ve been genuinely impressed with Charlotte’s season so far, especially given the loss of Michael Kidd-Gilchrist. They were written off by a lot of people and have bounced back with a fun, well-spaced style of play that has translated into some success.

There’s no denying they’re a good team. With they’re frequent three-point shooting, they’ll challenge a team that isn’t exactly known for it’s stellar perimeter defense.

Still, I expect Andre Roberson to be a thorn in Nicolas Batum‘s side all night and you can expect a heated battle between Westbrook and Kemba Walker, one that Russ should be able to win with his size and strength.

I expect Charlotte to get into foul trouble trying to limit OKC’s offense and, eventually, the Thunder will find a way to pull ahead for a 103-93 victory.

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