Hornets vs Heat Prediction and Odds
Hornets Vs Heat Prediction and Odds: The Miami Heat are expected to win this game as per the stats.
The Miami Heat (27-22) will play the Charlotte Hornets (14-36) in their upcoming matchup. The Heat will be hoping of extending its winning streak. The Miami Heat have had a productive season so far. They recently defeated the Boston Celtics and are currently positioned sixth in the Eastern Conference.
The Hornets, in contrast, have had a challenging season but have recently displayed signs of improvement and will try to build on that.
The Charlotte Hornets will be hosting the Miami Heat at the Spectrum Center.
Hornets vs Heat Prediction: Last 5 Games Analysis
The Heat have won 2 of their last 5 away games.
In the last 5 games heat won against the New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns whereas they suffered defeats against the Atlanta Hawks and Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers. Overall, the Miami Heat have an away record of 11-13 this season.
In the last 5 away games
- The Miami Heat have scored 108 points per game.
- The Miami Heat have conceded 108.4 points per game.
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 1
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 2
The Charlotte Hornets have won only 1 of the last 5 home games
In the last 5 home games, the Hornets suffered defeats against Boston Celtics (2 times), Memphis Grizzlies, and Los Angeles Lakers. However, they managed to defeat the Chicago bulls. Overall, the Charlotte Hornets have a home record of 06-16 this season.
In the last 5 home games
- The Charlotte Hornets have scored 111.4 points per game.
- The Charlotte Hornets have conceded 120 points per game.
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 3 points or less: 0
- Number of games that ended with a difference of 4-10 points: 1
Both sides won their last fixtures. The Charlotte Hornets will have the home advantage.
Hornets Vs Heat Prediction: Offense and Defense Comparisons
Offense
The Miami Heat have scored 108.4 points per game so far. They shot with a success rate of 45.3% on field goals and 33.5% on three-pointers throughout the play. The Heat is the third-worst offensive team with an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 111.4.
The Charlotte Hornets are scoring 112 points per game on average. The success rate for field goals is 45.2%, and the success rate for 3-pointers is 32.4%. With an Adjusted Offensive Rating of 110.1, the Hornets are ranked 2nd last in offensive efficiency.
The offense has not been the strength for both teams. However, the Miami Heat are slightly ahead.
Defense
Miami Heat has so far given up 108.4 points per game. They continue to average 3.0 blocks, 8.5 steals, and 41.6 rebounds per game. With an Adjusted Defensive Rating of 111.1, the Heat are ranked fourth overall in defense.
The Charlotte Hornets are currently giving up 118.9 points per game. They average 45.0 rebounds, 8 steals, and 5 blocks per game while playing. The Charlotte Hornets have an adjusted defensive rating of 115.8, which places them in 26th place this season.
The Miami heat has a more powerful defense than the Hornets.
Hornets vs Heat Prediction and Odds
The odds and predictions for this game will be updated 24 hours before the game.
Spread
- Miami Heat: -7 (-119)
- Charlotte Hornets:Â +7 (-119)
Moneyline
- Â Miami Heat:-333
- Charlotte Hornets: +220
Win Probability
- Miami Heat: 63%
- Charlotte Hornets: 37%
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Hornets Vs Heat Prediction: Last Game Analysis
Will the heat gain momentum?
Miami Heat suffered a crushing defeat against Mavericks in their last away game with a point differential of 25. Even with one of the best defenses in NBA, Mavericks managed to score huge overheat and clearly dominated the court. Luka Doncic scored 34 points and gathered 12 rebounds. While V. Oladipo scored 20 points and B. Adebayo managed 11 rebounds but is was not enough to beat the Mavericks.
Will the hornets manage another win?
The Hornets won their last home game against the Bulls. The Hornets’ offense made progress in the previous game. The Hornets scored 106 points while the bull was able to score 88 only. A strong offense helped the Hornets win 106-88 over the Chicago Bulls. Oubre Jr Scored 24 points for the Bulls and made 9/17 Field goals. While the top scorer for Bulls was J. Green with 17 points.
Heat vs Hornets Prediction: Head-to-Head Stats
There have been 119 regular season games between the Miami Heat and the Charlotte Hornets. With 73 wins, the Heat have a slight advantage over the Hornets who have won 46 matches.
If we check out the last 5 matchups, The Heat have been completely dominant and won five out of five matches.
The previous match took place on 12 Nov 2022. The Miami Heat won that game with a score of 132-115.
Head-to-Head: Key Highlights (Last 5 Meetings)
- Number of home games won by the Miami Heat: 3
- The number of away games won by the Hornets: 0
- Average Number of Total Points scored: 228.6
- Average Number of Points scored by the Heat: 121.6
- Average Number of Points scored by the Hornets: 107
Heat vs Hornets Prediction and Odds: Players to Watch Out
Charlotte Hornets
LaMelo Ball (Point Guard)
Points Per Game: 23.1 | Assists Per Game: 8.2 | Steals Per Game: 1.1
Terry Rozier (Shooting Guard)
Points Per Game: 21.5 | Assists Per Game: 5.1 | Rebounds Per Game: 4.2
Kelly Oubre Jr (Shooting Guard)
Points Per Game: 20.2 | Rebounds Per Game: 5.1 | Steals Per Game: 1.6
Miami Heat
Bam Adebayo (Center)
Points Per Game: 21.6 | Rebounds Per Game: 10.2 | Steals Per Game: 1.1
Jimmy Butler (Small Forward)
Points Per Game: 21.6 | Rebounds Per Game: 6.1 | Assists Per Game: 5.0
Tyler Herro (Point Guard)
Points Per Game: 20.5 | Rebounds Per Game: 5.8 | Assists Per Game: 4.4
Hornets Vs Heat Prediction and Odds: Winner Prediction
Stats Comparison:
- The Charlotte Hornets have a home advantage.
- The Miami Heat has a performance advantage
- Miami Heat leads in defense.
- The Miami Heat have an advantage on offense.
- Overall: Miami Heat to win
Considering the recent performances of both teams and taking into consideration the overall head-to-head stats, the Miami Heat will have an edge in this game.
