The Charlotte Hornets are set to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans in what promises to be an exciting matchup. The game will take place in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Monday at 7 p.m. EST. With the Hornets looking to extend their current home winning streak to four games, the stakes are high.
Team Standings and Home Performance
The Hornets currently hold a record of 22-28, putting them 11th in the Eastern Conference. In contrast, the Pelicans sit at 13-38, struggling at 14th in the Western Conference. This season, Charlotte has a home record of 10-13, while New Orleans has fared worse in away games, holding a 5-19 record.
Key Statistics
- Offensive Rebounds: Charlotte ranks eighth in the league, averaging 12.2 offensive rebounds per game, with Moussa Diabate leading the charge at 3.6 per game.
- Turnovers: The Pelicans average 13.4 turnovers per game. They are 11-17 when their turnovers are lower than their opponents.
- Shooting Performance: The Hornets are shooting at 46.4% from the field, while the Pelicans allow opponents to shoot 48.1%.
- Three-Point Shooting: New Orleans averages 10.8 made three-pointers per game, falling short of the 13.3 that Charlotte allows.
Previous Encounter
These two teams met earlier in the season, where the Pelicans triumphed with a score of 116-112 on November 5. Trey Murphy III stood out in that game, scoring 21 points to secure the victory for New Orleans.
Top Performers
- Charlotte Hornets:
- LaMelo Ball: 19.0 points per game, 4.8 rebounds
- Brandon Miller: 24.7 points per game, 5.2 rebounds over the last 10 games
- New Orleans Pelicans:
- Trey Murphy III: 21.5 points per game, 5.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists
- Saddiq Bey: 2.4 made three-pointers per game in the last 10 games
Recent Form
In their last 10 games, the Hornets have performed admirably, boasting an 8-2 record. They have averaged 116.7 points along with 47.8 rebounds and 28.4 assists per game. In comparison, the Pelicans are 4-6 over the same period, scoring an average of 112.5 points per game.
Injuries
- Charlotte Hornets: Mason Plumlee (out, groin)
- New Orleans Pelicans: Dejounte Murray (out, leg)
As the Hornets aim for their fourth straight home victory against the Pelicans, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Charlotte can maintain their momentum.
