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The Charlotte Hornets (33-37) are underdogs (+6) as they try to end a three-game losing streak when they visit the New York Knicks (39-31) at 1:00 PM ET on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Madison Square Garden. The contest airs on MSG. The matchup has an over/under of 212.5 points.
BetMGM NBA Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knicks | -6 | -110 | -110 | 212.5 | -115 | -105 |
Point Total Insights
- In New York's matchups this season, the Knicks and their opponents have exceeded Saturday's point total of 212.5 points 28 times (40% of opportunities).
- 47 Charlotte games this year (67.1% of its matchups) finished with a final total higher than Saturday's point total of 212.5 points.
- Together, the two teams combine for 216.5 points per game, 4.0 points more than the total of 212.5 for this contest.
- The 216 points per game these two teams allow their opponents to score on average this season are 3.5 more than the 212.5 total in this contest.
- On average, the over/under in Knicks games is 0.6 points fewer than the over/under of 212.5 points in this matchup.
- A difference of 8.2 points separates the average total points bet in Hornets' games (220.7 points) and this game's over/under (212.5 points).
Knicks Betting Data
- New York covered the spread more often than not this year, going 41-27 against the spread.
- When they are at least 6-point favorites, the Knicks have an ATS record of 7-1.
- New York usually does not hit the over, only eclipsing the point total in 28 of 68 games (41.2%).
Knicks Key Players
- Julius Randle leads the Knicks in points, rebounds and assists. He contributes 24.0 points per game while adding 10.2 rebounds and 5.9 assists.
- The Knicks are led by Reggie Bullock from long distance. He makes 2.4 shots from deep per game.
- New York's steals leader is Mitchell Robinson, who collects 1.1 per game. Nerlens Noel leads the team averaging 2.1 blocks an outing.
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Knicks Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Knicks Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2021 | Spurs | 102-98 NY | Yes | Home | -3.5 | 200.5 | -190 | 155 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/11/2021 | Lakers | 101-99 LAL | Yes | Away | -3.5 | 193.5 | -225 | 180 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 5/9/2021 | Clippers | 106-100 NY | Yes | Away | -2.5 | 209.5 | -165 | 140 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/7/2021 | Suns | 128-105 PHO | No | Away | +1.5 | 228.5 | 110 | -135 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 5/5/2021 | Nuggets | 113-97 DEN | No | Away | +13.5 | 214.5 | - | - | Regular Season | No | Under |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-4 | 6-4 | 5-5-0 | 214.8 | 109.2 | 105.6 | -3.7 | 36% |
Knicks Injuries
Knicks: Mitchell Robinson: Out (Ankle), Derrick Rose: Day To Day (Ankle), Luca Vildoza: Day To Day (Not With Team)
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Hornets Betting Data
- Charlotte's record against the spread is 34-34.
- The Hornets have not fared well when playing as an underdog by 6 points or more, going 2-3 against the spread.
- Charlotte has combined with its opponents to hit the over in 39.7% of matchups this year (27 out of 68 contests).
Hornets Key Players
- Terry Rozier is the top scorer for the Hornets with 20.5 points per game. He also adds 4.3 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game to his statistics.
- Charlotte's leader in rebounds is Cody Zeller with 6.8 per game, and its leader in assists is LaMelo Ball with 6.2 per game.
- Rozier is reliable from distance and leads the Hornets with 3.3 made threes per game.
- Ball (1.6 steals per game) is the steal leader for Charlotte while P.J. Washington (1.3 blocks per game) is the block leader.
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Hornets Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Hornets Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2021 | Clippers | 113-90 LAC | No | Home | +4.5 | 205.5 | 225 | -275 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| 5/11/2021 | Nuggets | 117-112 DEN | No | Home | +2.5 | 216.5 | - | - | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 5/9/2021 | Pelicans | 112-110 NO | Yes | Home | -4.5 | 243.5 | -225 | 180 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| 5/7/2021 | Magic | 122-112 CHA | Yes | Home | -3.5 | 235.5 | -225 | 180 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/6/2021 | Bulls | 120-99 CHI | No | Home | +7.5 | 220.5 | 333 | -450 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-7 | 2-8 | 2-8-0 | 219 | 106.8 | 112.2 | -2.8 | 35.7% |
Hornets Injuries
Hornets: Gordon Hayward: Out (Foot), Cody Martin: Out (Ankle), Miles Bridges: Out (Health and Safety Protocols)
