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Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Odds, Injury Report, Prediction

By Evan Birchmore

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 02: Terry Rozier #3 of the Charlotte Hornets (C) speaks to Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on April 02, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 02: Terry Rozier #3 of the Charlotte Hornets (C) speaks to Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on April 02, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images) /
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The Charlotte Hornets are in the City of Brotherly Love tonight to take on the Philadelphia 76ers in the preseason finale for both teams.

The Hornets are still searching for their first preseason victory after dropping Monday night’s home contest against the Washington Wizards. The 76ers, meanwhile, are looking to continue their positive momentum after earning a road victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in their most recent outing.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Odds and Moneyline (FanDuel)

Point Spread: 76ers -9

Money line: 76ers -420/ Hornets +310

Over-under: 220

Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Injury Report

Hornets: LaMelo Ball (sprained left ankle) and PJ Washington (sprained right ankle) are OUT.

Kelly Oubre Jr. (left calf strain), Mason Plumlee (sprained left foot), and Cody Martin (left knee tendinopathy) are QUESTIONABLE but are expected to play.

76ers: None

Charlotte Hornets vs. Philadelphia 76ers: Prediction

These teams are at completely different ends of the spectrum at this point in the preseason. Charlotte is one of just two 0-4 teams, the other being the Milwaukee Bucks. Philadelphia, meanwhile, joins the Minnesota Timberwolves and the New Orleans Pelicans as the lone 3-0 teams so far this preseason.

Key Statistic: Philadelphia has scored at least 113 points in each of their first three preseason games. Charlotte has allowed at least 112 points in each of their first four preseason games.

Key Matchup: Terry Rozier vs. Tyrese Maxey

Rozier is leading the Hornets in scoring in the preseason, scoring 16.8 points in approximately 27 minutes per night. He is shooting 45.8% from the field and 35% from three-point range.

Maxey is Philadelphia’s leading scorer in the preseason, posting 20 points per night in just 18 minutes of action per contest. He is shooting 63.6% from the field and 66.7% from three-point range.

Prediction

The 76ers are healthier, they are playing at home, and frankly they are the better team. Look for them to play as such tonight, securing an easy victory in front of their home crowd.

76ers 117, Hornets 100

What is next for the Charlotte Hornets?

Wednesday, October 19th – at San Antonio Spurs (regular season opener)

Friday, October 21st – vs. New Orleans Pelicans (regular season home opener)

Note: Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.

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