New York Knicks (28-17) vs Charlotte Hornets (10-32)
New York Knicks vs. Charlotte Hornets 1/29/24 – On Monday, January 29, 2024 at Spectrum Center, two NBA titans will square off as New York Knicks (28-17) take on Charlotte Hornets (10-32). Riding hot on momentum, Knicks look to maintain it while Charlotte Hornets seek a much-needed win, our sports game predictions provide insights into current form, key player analysis, betting trends and expert picks so you can make informed choices when placing bets.
The New York Knicks have enjoyed an outstanding start to their 2017-18 campaign, amassing 28 victories to 17 defeats for an overall record of 28-15-1. Sitting comfortably within their Eastern Conference division and showing incredible competitive spirit. Notably, their recent performance features five straight victories against spread odds (4-1 record in last five), reflecting their competitive spirit.
Charlotte Hornets have had an up and down season so far with only 10 wins to 32 losses on their record. Though they’ve struggled, there have been signs of promise – two straight up victories as well as against-the-spread wins have occurred over their last five contests; their performance on the road remains concerning however with only 8-15 winning record against-spread records recorded this season.
New York Knicks vs. Charlotte Hornets 1/29/24 Game Info
| When: | Monday, January 29, 2024 at 7:00 PM ET |
| Where: | Spectrum Center |
| TV: | TBA |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Jalen Brunson (PG) vs. LaMelo Ball (PG)
Jalen Brunson has been instrumental to the Knicks’ success this season. Starting 43 games and averaging 26.5 points and 6.4 assists per contest, Brunson has proven his ability to both score and create opportunities for his teammates, an asset in this matchup against Charlotte.
LaMelo Ball has been an incredible contributor for the Hornets despite playing less games due to injury, averaging 24.3 points and 8 assists per game while leading their offense. His playmaking abilities and scoring prowess make him one of the must-watch players in this matchup.
Jalen Brunson and LaMelo Ball will square off against one another on the court in an intense showdown that features different styles. Brunson’s scoring ability and efficiency will test Charlotte Hornets defense while LaMelo Ball’s playmaking and versatility could create challenges for New York Knicks – with much riding on how these key players impact their respective teams’ outcomes.
NBA Odds/Point Spread: TBD, Total Odds: TBD
At present, betting odds for this game have not yet been decided upon. Keep tabs on any updates as soon as they become available and make informed choices accordingly.
New York Knicks Betting Trends
The Knicks have been on an impressive winning streak recently, winning their last five games while also covering the spread in four out of five of those contests and going 4-1 on that front as well. Their recent matches have also tended toward under scoring games; only two of their last five have passed over/under totals (although 6 out of 20 at home have done so), suggesting lower-scoring matches at Madison Square Garden.
Charlotte Hornets Betting Trends
The Hornets have experienced mixed results recently, going 2-3 in their last 5 games and performing similarly against the spread: 2-3 against the spread compared with their straight-up record; in terms of totals, three out of the last five have gone over, including nine of 19 home games where totals have exceeded totals.
New York Knicks vs. Charlotte Hornets 1/29/24 Betting Picks
NBA no-cost picks clearly favor the New York Knicks as a favorite based on recent form and overall record, winning games convincingly while excelling against spread betting. However, LaMelo Ball-led Charlotte Hornets have the ability to cause an upset.
Given New York Knicks’ history of low-scoring games, it may be beneficial to lean toward betting under for both over/under and point spread markets. Knicks might hold an edge against this point spread bet but keep an eye out on odds released to gain more precise betting options.
Conclusion While the Knicks may be seen as favorites, LaMelo Ball of the Hornets should not be underestimated in this game where anything could happen and your bets should be carefully considered before placing them. Enjoy your bets, have fun in this exciting matchup, and good luck with them!
Free Pick and Prediction: New York Knicks 110, Charlotte Hornets 105.