by Rod Pearson
Friday, Mar 10, 2023
Game Time: 7:00 pm ET, Saturday, March 11, 2023
Venue: Spectrum Center, Charlotte, NC
Where to Watch: BSSE
Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks
DraftKings: Point Spread: Jazz -3.5, Hornets +3.5; Over/Under: NL points
Bet365: Point Spread: Jazz -3.5, Hornets +3.5; Over/Under: NL points
BetMGM: Point Spread: Jazz -3.5, Hornets +3.5; Over/Under: NL points
Season Record
Utah Jazz: 32-35 (3rd place, Northwest Division)
Charlotte Hornets: 22-46 (5th place, Southeast Division)
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Recent Form
Utah Jazz: 4-6 last 10
Charlotte Hornets: 7-3 last 10
Utah Jazz vs Charlotte Hornets Preview and Analysis
The Jazz are coming into this game with a 32-35 record overall and they are 12-22 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off of a win against the Orlando Magic in their last game. Lauri Markkanen led the team in points in that game with 31 while Talen Horton-Tucker was next on the team with 23 points. Talen Horton-Tucker led the team in assists in that game with 8 while Walker Kessler led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 55.7% from the field, 38.2% from 3-point range, and 95.2% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 117.2 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 117.3 PPG against them. The Jazz have an ATS record of 36-29-2 this season and their O/U record is 36-29-2.
The Hornets are coming into this game with a 22-46 record overall and they are 11-20 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game on a 2 game winning streak with wins coming against the New York Knicks and the Detroit Pistons in their last game. Kelly Oubre Jr. led the team in points in that game with 27 while Terry Rozier was next on the team with 21 points. Terry Rozier led the team in assists in that game with 9 while Nick Richards led the team in rebounds with 10. They were 50% from the field, 33.3% from 3-point range, and 59.4% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 111.8 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 117.5 PPG against them. The Hornets have an ATS record of 30-36-2 this season and their O/U record is 29-39.
Jazz vs Hornets Prediction
The current betting odds have the Hornets listed as a 3.5 point underdog in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Hornets have been terrible this season with one of the worst records in the entire NBA as they are 22-46 overall this year. They have been terrible at home too with their 11-20 home record, but they have been playing a lot better in their games lately and have some momentum behind them here with 2 wins in a row now. The Jazz haven't been that great this season either with their losing 32-35 record overall but they have also been terrible in their road games with a 12-22 road record. They pulled off a win in their last game too against the Magic but it will be very tough for them to string together 2 road wins in a row here as they have had road troubles all season. The Hornets haven't been a good team at all but they are playing well right now and they have the momentum on their home court here to pull off an upset win in this game. The best way to place a bet here is on the Hornets to cover the spread in this game.
Jazz Hornets Prediction: Our NBA Pick for Saturday, March 11, 2023 (7:00 pm ET start time) is Hornets 131 Jazz 127.
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NBA Betting Trends
Utah Jazz: 17-27 ATS as a road favorite of 6 points or less. 11-23 ATS in March games. 10-5 UNDER after playing 4 consecutive road games.
Charlotte Hornets: 22-13 ATS after playing 3 consecutive road games. 22-9 UNDER in home games. 23-15 UNDER as an underdog of 3.5 to 9.5 points.
Key Injuries
Utah Jazz: J. Clarkson (PG) Ques Sat - Finger. C. Sexton (PG) Mid March - Hamstring.
Charlotte Hornets: M. Williams (C) Ques Sat - Thumb. L. Ball (PG) out for season - Ankle. C. Martin (PF) Out indefinitely - Knee.
Notable Quotes
“After losing some tough games to start this road trip, there was no letdown, no poor-me attitude. I think everybody just stepped up tonight and really wanted to get a win.” - Will Hardy after his team’s win against the Magic in their game on Thursday.
“Our guys are working hard and they are finally getting some results. We were really active tonight and we had great rim protection.” - Steve Clifford after his team’s win against the Pistons in their game on Thursday.
Starting Lineups
Utah Jazz
PG Kris Dunn
SG Jordan Clarkson
SF Lauri Markkanen
PF Kelly Olynyk
C Walker Kessler
Charlotte Hornets
PG Terry Rozier
SG Kelly Oubre Jr.
SF Gordon Hayward
PF P.J. Washington
C Mark Williams
Statistical Leaders
Utah Jazz
PPG: L. Markkanen (25.4)
APG: J. Clarkson (4.4)
Reb/G: L. Markkanen (8.5)
Charlotte Hornets
PPG: L. Ball (23.3)
APG: L. Ball (8.4)
Reb/G: L. Ball (6.4)
Coaches:
Utah Jazz: Will Hardy (1st season)
Charlotte Hornets: Steve Clifford (1st season)
Rod Pearson
About the Author:
Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life. He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years. In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective. Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.
