The Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets game will be held at Spectrum Stadium on November 1, 2024, at 11:00 PM UTC. The Celtics have had an impressive start to the 2024-2025 season, winning their first four games. However, they suffered a surprising defeat against the Indiana Pacers, losing 135-132, which brings their record to 4-1. The Hornets have had a mixed beginning, winning two out of their four games. Their latest victory was a 138-133 win against the Toronto Raptors, bringing their record to 2-2. Historically, the Celtics and Hornets have faced each other 123 times in the regular season, with the Celtics winning 77 of those matchups compared to the Hornets’ 46 victories.
Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets: Preview
During the 2024-25 season, the Celtics are leading the NBA in scoring, averaging 125.8 points per game, while their defense ranks 17th, allowing 114.4 points. In terms of rebounding, they average 43.0 boards per game, placing them 18th in the league while permitting 43.6 rebounds, which ranks 11th. Notably, the Celtics excel in three-point shooting, making 21.0 shots per game and holding a strong second position in three-point percentage at 40.7%.
In the 2023-24 season, the Hornets struggled offensively, scoring an average of just 106.6 points per game, which positioned them among the bottom three teams in the league. Defensively, they were also underperforming, ranking 22nd with 116.8 points allowed per game. On the rebounding front, Charlotte faced significant challenges, averaging only 40.3 rebounds per game—the lowest in the league—and giving up 45.4 rebounds, marking them as one of the worst teams in this area. Their three-point shooting was similarly lackluster, finishing 22nd in makes (12.1 per game) and 21st in percentage (35.5%).
Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets: Odds And Best Bets
The Celtics are heavily favored to win against the Hornets, with a point spread of 11.5 points. Current spread odds reflect this expectation, with the Celtics at -11.5 (-110) and the Hornets at +11.5 (-108). Moneyline odds further indicate a strong belief in a Celtics victory, showing Boston at -599 and Charlotte at +425, which translates to an implied probability of approximately 85.7% for the Celtics to win outright. Bookmakers set the total points line at 231.5, and predictions indicate a high-scoring game, with many models forecasting that the total will exceed this line.
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Regarding betting strategies, several analyses recommend specific bets based on trends and historical performances. Against the spread, placing a bet on the Hornets (+11.5) could be worthwhile, as data shows they have a reasonable chance of covering this spread despite Boston’s strong performance as favorites. Additionally, betting on the Over (231.5) is advised, considering both teams’ tendencies to score high in previous matchups. For those looking for a safer option, betting on the Celtics (-599) is a solid choice, given their impressive track record as favorites in the last season.
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Boston Celtics vs. Charlotte Hornets: Head To Head Stats
In the last ten games between the Celtics and Hornets, the Celtics have dominated, winning eight times, while the Hornets have secured just two victories. The most recent game on April 12, 2024, saw the Celtics triumph over the Hornets with a commanding score of 131-98, marking their second consecutive win against Charlotte. Prior to this, on April 1, 2024, the Celtics secured a victory on the road, defeating the Hornets 118-104. The Celtics did lose their game against the Hornets on November 20, 2023, 121-118, which broke their six-game win streak.
In the 2022-23 season, the Celtics demonstrated dominance, winning four consecutive games against the Hornets. Notably, they achieved a 127-116 victory on February 10, 2023, followed by a 130-118 win on January 16, 2023, and a 122-106 victory on January 14, 2023. The Celtics also secured a substantial 140-105 win on November 28, 2022. The 2021-22 season began with a loss for the Celtics on January 19, 2022, where they lost to the Hornets 111-102. However, they bounced back with a series of victories, winning their next two encounters against Charlotte: 113-107 on February 2, 2022, and 115-101 on March 9, 2022.
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