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Charlotte Hornets vs Toronto Raptors Betting Preview
Charlotte returns home with momentum after its most impressive win of the season. The Hornets dominated Oklahoma City 124-97 on Monday, snapping the defending champions’ rhythm from the opening tip. It capped a strong road swing and reinforced the growth Charlotte has shown over the past two weeks.
Toronto arrives playing better basketball as well. The Raptors beat Atlanta 118-100 on Monday and have won four of five. Still, this matchup carries urgency after Toronto dropped both prior meetings with Charlotte, including an overtime loss in late November and a December rematch.
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Line Movement and Odds
Charlotte opened -3 and has moved to -4, reflecting reaction to Monday’s shooting display and home-court edge. Toronto sits at +4, drawing moderate interest after recent improvement.
The total opened at 229.5 and has climbed to 232, driven by Charlotte’s pace and perimeter efficiency and Toronto’s recent offensive uptick. Moneyline action favors the Hornets, but the spread has seen the sharper attention.
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Matchup Breakdown
Charlotte’s offense is trending up. The Hornets moved the ball with purpose against Oklahoma City and punished help defense with clean perimeter looks. Brandon Miller continues to grow as a primary scorer, while LaMelo Ball’s pace keeps defenses off balance. When Charlotte avoids stagnant possessions, the ceiling rises quickly.
Toronto relies on shot creation and development. Brandon Ingram has rediscovered his perimeter stroke, and rookie Collin Murray-Boyles is carving out a role with efficient finishing. The challenge is consistency on the defensive end, especially against a Hornets team that plays fast and spaces well.
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Injuries and Conditions
Charlotte Hornets
- Mark Williams, back, out
- Cody Martin, ankle, questionable
See full Charlotte Hornets injury report.
Toronto Raptors
- Jakob Poeltl, ankle, questionable
- Gary Trent Jr., knee, out
See full Toronto Raptors injury report.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Charlotte’s ball movement and shooting confidence give them the matchup edge, especially at home. Toronto is improving, but defensive lapses remain an issue against teams that attack early in the shot clock.
Projected Score: Hornets 121, Raptors 114
Best Bet: Hornets -4
Secondary Lean: Over 232
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