Charlotte Hornets vs. Atlanta Hawks: Game Preview and Betting Insights, March 18, 2025

The Charlotte Hornets (17-50) are set to host the Atlanta Hawks (32-36) on March 18, 2025, at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The game is scheduled to tip-off at 7:00 PM Eastern Time and will be available for viewing on NBA League Pass.

Team Performance and Standings

• Charlotte Hornets: Currently occupying the 14th spot in the Eastern Conference, the Hornets have struggled this season.

• Atlanta Hawks: The Hawks are holding the seventh position in the Eastern Conference.

Injury Updates

Charlotte Hornets:

• LaMelo Ball (PG): Out due to injury.​

• Atlanta Hawks:

  • Trae Young (PG): Out due to injury.​

  • Clint Capela (C): Out due to injury.​

  • Caris LeVert (SG): Out due to injury.​

Projected Starting Lineups

Charlotte Hornets:

• PG: Terry Rozier​

• SG: Kelly Oubre Jr.​

• SF: Gordon Hayward​

• PF: P.J. Washington​

• C: Mark Williams​

• Atlanta Hawks:

  • PG: Trae Young​

  • SG: Dejounte Murray​

  • SF: Bogdan Bogdanović​

  • PF: John Collins​

  • C: Clint Capela​

Player Prop Predictions

Charlotte Hornets:

• Terry Rozier to score over 22.5 points: With Ball sidelined, Rozier has taken on a larger scoring role and is expected to surpass this mark.​

• Mark Williams to record over 9.5 rebounds: Williams has been effective on the boards and is anticipated to continue this trend.​

• Atlanta Hawks:

  • Trae Young to score over 26.5 points: Young has been a consistent offensive force and is projected to exceed this point total.​

  • Clint Capela to record over 11.5 rebounds: Capela's rebounding prowess positions him well to surpass this mark.​

Betting Insights

• Point Spread: The Hawks are favored by 6.5 points.

• Over/Under: The total points line is set at 236.

Prediction

Considering the Hornets' injury challenges and recent form, the Hawks are anticipated to have the upper hand in this matchup. Atlanta's balanced offense and the Hornets' defensive struggles suggest that the Hawks will cover the spread. Additionally, given both teams' scoring capabilities and defensive lapses, taking the over on total points is advisable.

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