Hornets vs Raptors
Wed, Jan 7
Final
Hornets
Hornets
(13 - 23)
96
-
97
Raptors
Raptors
(22 - 15)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hornets | 22 | 28 | 22 | 24 | 96 |
| Raptors | 25 | 20 | 21 | 31 | 97 |
Venue: Spectrum Center
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
LaMelo Ball
CHA | #1 | G
15
7
7
RJ Barrett
TOR | #9 | F/G
28
7
1
Smart Game Analysis
Toronto Raptors has a 58% chance of winning the game
Despite Charlotte's recent offensive explosion, Toronto's top-5 defense and the Hornets' critically depleted frontcourt give the Raptors the edge.
Key Analysis
- • Charlotte is severely disadvantaged in the paint with centers Mason Plumlee, Mark Williams, and Ryan Kalkbrenner all on the injury report.
- • Scottie Barnes and Brandon Ingram present a difficult length matchup for a Hornets lineup relying on smaller guards like LaMelo Ball.
- • The Raptors possess the NBA's 5th-ranked scoring defense, allowing just 112.3 points per game compared to Charlotte's 21st-ranked unit.
- • Charlotte is entering a potential letdown spot after an emotional 27-point upset victory over the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder.
- • The Hornets rely heavily on variance, ranking 4th in the league with 15.2 three-pointers made per game.
- • Charlotte must shoot efficiently from deep to compensate for their lack of interior size and rebounding presence.
