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The Magic are coming off a good win vs. the Lakers and I'm not worried about the back-to-back spot as the Hornets have been a dumpster fire for the better part of the month. The Magic's defensive ability will be able to limit anything the Hornets will throw their way. I also like the matchup advantage with Banchero and Wagner against anyone the Hornets can throw at the pair defensively. Lay the points with the Magic.
LaMelo Ball has averaged 4.8 defensive boards per game this year at home, putting him among the best in the NBA in this category recently: 86th percentile. LaMelo Ball has been on the court for 32.1 minutes per game this year, ranking among the most used players in the league: 86th percentile. Offensive rebounds continue possession and result in extra chances for scoring and assists, and the Charlotte Hornets rank 3rd-best in in the NBA playing at home with 12.8 offensive boards per game this year. LaMelo Ball will hold the home court advantage in this contest. Playing with the home court advantage usually increases player performance in all stat categories.
