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Charlotte - Philadelphia. NBA match forecast
On December 17, two Eastern Conference teams will meet, struggling to stabilize their form this season. Charlotte continues to experience difficulties and is among the outsiders, while Philadelphia is trying to recover from its problems and return to the play-in race. Will the hosts be able to use the home court factor, or will the visitors prove their class? - read our forecast
Command Analysis
Charlotte Hornets
USACurrent form
The Hornets continue to be among the three outsiders of the Eastern Conference. Injuries to key players and lack of teamwork have affected the team results. In the last match, Charlotte lost to Chicago (95:109), again showing a weak game in attack. Only Brandon Miller was a noticeable figure, scoring points and actively acting on the court, but the support from the team was minimal.
Now it is difficult for Charlotte to fight for a place even in the play-in. The young team cannot compete consistently at a high level, but there is a home game ahead, where the Hornets will try to show their best side. Fans' expectations require at least decent resistance to their neighbor in the tournament table.
Disqualifications and injuries
LaMelo Ball, Tre Mann and Grant Williams are all out of the next game due to injuries, and Seth Curry is questionable.
Interesting facts for betting
The Hornets have lost their last six home games.
Probable lineup: Bridges - Green, Williams - Micic, Miller.
Philadelphia 76ers
USACurrent form
The Sixers are having one of their most inconsistent seasons in recent memory. The team seems to have all the ingredients for success, including Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, but chemistry issues and internal struggles have led to disappointing results. In their most recent game, Philadelphia suffered a 102-121 loss to Indiana, failing to put up a fight.
The Sixers are currently only in 12th place in the conference. Nick Nurse men urgently need to find balance and improve their results. The match against a weakened Charlotte provides an opportunity to turn the tide and return to the winning path.
Disqualifications and injuries
The team approaches the confrontation with an optimal line-up.
Interesting facts for betting
The last eight head-to-head games have ended in the Sixers' favor.
Probable lineup: George - Yabusele, Embiid - Oubre, Maxi.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Philadelphia win
The Sixers have won in the first quarter in 4 of their last 5 head-to-head games.
1.88Bet 1st quarter: total under 52.5 points
Only one of the last five head-to-head games has seen more than 52 points scored in the first quarter.
1.88Tip and bets
Charlotte continues to build a young team, but in its current state, it will be difficult for them to compete with the more experienced and strong Philadelphia. The lack of stability, personnel problems and weak attack reduce the Hornets' chances of a positive result even on their home court.
Philadelphia looks better prepared for this game, despite its difficulties. Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey could be key players that allow the visitors to dictate their terms. We expect the Sixers to win, but the game is unlikely to be easy for either side.
Our prediction is a Philadelphia win with overtime at 1.73
Bet on total
Both teams are not in the best shape, so you should not expect a bright and productive match. In recent face-to-face meetings, the opponents rarely demonstrated a high level of efficiency, and most likely, the total will not be broken.
Forecast - total under 215.5 points for 1.72
Bet on statistics
The Hornets' offense has been underwhelming all season, and against a defense-minded Philadelphia team, the home team will struggle to produce at a high level.
Prediction - Charlotte individual total under 106.5 points for 1.77
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