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Game time: November 4, 2023 at 7:00 PM ET

Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Indianapolis, IN

Article updated Nov 4, 10:14 AM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Charlotte Hornets, who are coming off of three consecutive losses, will face the Indiana Pacers on Saturday evening in Indiana. The Pacers opened the season with two wins

Game outlook

The Charlotte Hornets, who are coming off of three consecutive losses, will face the Indiana Pacers on Saturday evening in Indiana. The Pacers opened the season with two wins before dropping their last two contests. Last night, though, they came back from a close match with the Cleveland Cavaliers to secure a victory on the opening night of the NBA Cup. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM EST, and the Pacers are the current favorite with an opening line of -3.5.

Game Info

When: Saturday, 11/4/2023 @ 7:00pm EST

Where: Gainbridge Fieldhouse Stadium Hornets vs Pacers Betting Odds Moneyline: Hornets +160 | Pacers -180

Spread: Hornets +4.5 (-110) | Pacers -4.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 238.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Indiana will win straight-up is 64%.

Charlotte Hornets

The Charlotte Hornets started the season off strong with a win at home, but have since dropped three consecutive games. In the most recent game, the Hornets lost 128-119 in Houston and could not recover from an 18-point deficit. Despite the team's record, the offense is showing promise with an average of 113.75 points per game and a 46.21% average field goal percentage. The defense, however, needs improvement with an average points allowed of 120.50, 49.00% shooting allowed and 37.50% three point shooting. The Hornets must also focus on rebounding, ranking 22nd in the league, to improve their results.

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Indiana Pacers Analysis

The Indiana Pacers rebounded from two straight losses with a 121-116 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in the opening match of the NBA Cup. Led by Myles Turner's 27-point and 9-rebound game and the return of Tyrese Haliburton (16 points, 13 assists), the Pacers managed to hold off the Cavaliers after nearly blowing their 17-point halftime lead. The win displayed the team's overall resilience and offensive ability, as they are currently ranked #5 for offense (averaging 119.25 pp for total points) and #29 for defense (giving up 125.00 points average). Indiana has an overall record of 2-2, and are looking forward to more success from beyond the arc, as they rank 24th in the league for 3-point shooting.

5. Head-to-Head: Hornets vs Pacers - Who Has the Edge?

Comparing the two teams, there are similarities to be found – both teams have struggled defensively, and rank among the highest scorers in the NBA. The Hornets have been below average when it comes to rebounding, but should perform better since their opposition, the Pacers, aren't great at this either. Both teams also have capable shooters, though the Pacers have the advantage defending the 3-point shot. The discrepancy that could dictate the outcome of this game is in the average turnovers per game; the Pacers are the lowest in the League, whereas the Hornets are 20th. This will give Indiana more possessions, potentially swaying the result. Overall, the Pacers appear to be the slight favourites, and should be taken at -4.

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SportsJaw Hornets vs Pacers archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Hornets vs Pacers matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Charlotte Hornets+136 → +167Moved
  • Moneyline · Indiana Pacers-165 → -195Moved
  • Spread · Charlotte Hornets+3.5 (-110) → +5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Indiana Pacers-3.5 (-110) → -5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over236.5 (-110) → 240.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under236.5 (-110) → 240.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Charlotte Hornets
3-1 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Indiana Pacers
2-2 matchup record · 6-4-0 ATS · 7-3-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2023-11-04T14:14:50.760Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-03-20Indiana Pacers 109 · Charlotte Hornets 115
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Charlotte Hornets defeated Indiana Pacers 125-124

Charlotte Hornets defeated Indiana Pacers 125-124 on November 4, 2023, a 1-point decision in the series. Charlotte Hornets' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 27-19. Against SportsJaw's recorded Charlotte Hornets +5 (-110) spread, Charlotte Hornets covered, while the 249 combined points finished over the recorded total of 240.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • DtownsendSpread · Indiana Pacers -4.5 (-110)Loss
  • JtmcentireSpread · Charlotte Hornets -4.5 (-110)Win
  • GsimmsTotal · Over 238.5 (-110)Win
  • DawhizSpread · Indiana Pacers -4 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioSpread · Indiana Pacers -5 (-110)Loss
  • CoolioTotal · Under 240.5 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkSpread · Charlotte Hornets +5 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Indiana Pacers -5 (-110)Loss