Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors: Odds, Injury Report, Prediction
The Charlotte Hornets return to action tonight for a home matchup against the defending champion Golden State Warriors, with tipoff scheduled for 7:00 p.m.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors: Odds and Moneyline (FanDuel)
Point Spread: Warriors -10
Money line: Warriors -500/ Hornets +385
Over-under: 233.5
Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors: Injury Report
Hornets: Terry Rozier (right ankle sprain) and Cody Martin (left quad soreness) are DOUBTFUL. LaMelo Ball (left ankle sprain) is OUT.
Warriors: Donte DiVincenzo (hamstring) and Andre Iguodala (hip) are OUT.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors: Key Statistic
Three-point shooting percentage
It is no secret that the Warriors like to shoot three-pointers; in fact, they lead the NBA this season with 40.6 three-point field goal attempts per game. Golden State’s two losses have come in their two worst three-point shooting efforts, as they fell to the Phoenix Suns while shooting 28.6% from three and to the Denver Nuggets while shooting 34.1% from three.
Likewise, Charlotte’s three losses have come in their three worst three-point shooting performances. In games against the Orlando Magic, New Orleans Pelicans, and New York Knicks, the Hornets shot 28.9%, 38.2%, and 41.9% from three, respectively.
Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors: Key Matchup
Gordon Hayward vs. Andrew Wiggins
Gordon Hayward has been the most consistent player for Charlotte to this point, posting averages of 19.4 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists on 52.2% shooting. He has led the team in scoring in three of their five matchups and has scored at least 18 points in four of Charlotte’s five games so far.
Andrew Wiggins continues to play well, as he has averaged 20.2 points and 7.0 rebounds so far. His scoring is second for Golden State behind only Stephen Curry while his rebounding leads the team. Wiggins also leads the Warriors in steals per game (1.8), blocks per game (1.2), and individual defensive rating (110.9).
Charlotte Hornets vs. Golden State Warriors: Prediction
The Hornets enter tonight’s matchup for their first back-to-back set of the season after suffering a tough loss in Orlando last night. Meanwhile, the Warriors have had two days off after defeating the Miami Heat on Thursday. Golden State is the better team when both squads are fully healthy, and the Hornets continue to be shorthanded in the absence of LaMelo Ball, Terry Rozier, and Cody Martin. Charlotte will put up a good fight in front of their home crowd but will ultimately fall short against the defending champions.
Warriors 125, Hornets 108
What’s next for the Charlotte Hornets?
Monday, October 31st – vs. Sacramento Kings (7:00 p.m. ET)
Note: Game odds refresh periodically and are subject to change.