LiontipsCharlotte vs Washington. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Charlotte suffered defeats in four latest matches. The Hornets were beaten at home by Sacramento (108:115) and Brooklyn (94:96). They also suffered away defeats to Chicago (88:106) and Memphis (99:130).
Gordon Hayward won't be able to help his team in the upcoming match, he is out with a shoulder injury. 32-year old shooting guard didn't finish the match against Chicago, playing just 16 minutes. He is best scorer for Charlotte in the current season. Dennis Smith, who is team's leader on assists per game, will also miss the game through injury.
Washington got off to a turbulent start of the season. Capital club earned four victories and suffered six defeats. In two latest matches the Wizards were beaten by Brooklyn (86:128) at home and by Memphis (97:103) on away. Before that, team secured an away victory over Philadelphia (121:111).
Bradley Beal might miss the upcoming game. 29-year old shooting guard is the best scorer for the Wizards in the current season. All other players are healthy and ready for the game.
Trends
СтавкаTerry Rozier to score 22 or more points
Point guard averages 24 points per game
СтавкаWashington to win the first quarter
This bet played in two of three latest matches
Tip and bets
Charlotte had only one home victory in the current season. After four consecutive defeats the Hornets are in a desperate need of victory. They should be able to punish Washington. The Wizards are unsuccessful on away matches.
Our prediction - Charlotte to win the match
Opponents are close to each other in the standings. We are expecting a tight encounter between the neighbours. Hornets should be able to win the game, but not by a wide margin.
Our second bet - Handicap (-1.5) points on Charlotte
