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Magic vs. Hornets Prediction, Odds, Best Prop Bets November 25, 2024

Magic's Stifling D Meets Hornets' Inconsistent Offense

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The Charlotte Hornets (6-10) have struggled to find consistency this season, hovering around a 37.5 percent win rate. Their offense has averaged just over 110 points per game, but their defense has faltered, allowing a shade above 115 points. While their shooting percentages have been solid at 43.3 percent from the field and 37.5 percent from three, turnovers have plagued them at nearly 15 per contest.

However, the Orlando Magic (11-7) have been one of the surprise teams in the league, winning 61.1 percent of their games behind a stifling defense that's holding opponents to just over 103 points. Their offense has been efficient, shooting 44.8 percent from the floor despite struggling from deep at 30.9 percent. The Magic have taken care of the ball, averaging a shade under 15 turnovers while forcing over 9 steals per game.

Over their last 10 games, the Hornets have stumbled to a 40 percent win rate, averaging 108.4 points while surrendering nearly 113. Their shooting numbers have dipped, hitting just 36.4 percent from three, though they've improved to nearly 50 rebounds per contest. In contrast, the Magic have soared to an 80 percent win rate, scoring 108.5 points while clamping down defensively, allowing under 99 points per game. Their shooting percentages have remained stellar at 46.7 percent from the field and 31.1 percent from deep.

In their last five outings, the Hornets have seen their scoring rise to 117.2 points but their defense has faltered, giving up a whopping 120.8 points per game. The Magic, meanwhile, have continued their strong play, going 4-1 while scoring 106 points and limiting opponents to just 101.4 per contest. Their three-point shooting has struggled at 31.8 percent, but they've made up for it with 46.4 percent shooting inside the arc.