Indiana Pacers vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction, Odds and Picks for Friday, 11/08/24

The Indiana Pacers have so far struggled to replicate last seasons form and that can be largely attributed to the play of star point guard Tyrese Haliburton. He has seen his numbers drop off in points and assists per game and across all shooting percentages compared to 2023-24. Haliburton also has the team playing at a slower than expected pace, as it currently ranks 13th in that category — compared to being 2nd in pace last season. The Pacers will be taking on a Charlotte squad that is 19th in that category, itself, and has endured issues scoring the ball. The home team is 19th in offensive rating, too.

The Hornets are not a team that look to attack in transition, averaging just 12.9 fast-break points per game. As a result, the Pacers should be able to limit the Hornets to running half-court sets. The Hornets have been shooting a high volume of 3-pointers this season, trailing only the Boston Celtics in both attempts and makes per game. The Pacers however have done a great job so far limiting opponents from beyond the arc. They are currently 6th in the league in opponent 3-point percentage and should be able to force Charlotte to be inefficient from downtown. I’m backing the under as a result.

Pacers vs Hornets prediction: Under 235.5 (-110) available at time of publishing. Playable at that number.

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