Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction & Picks : Expert Betting Guide

LaMelo Ball (Charlotte Hornets) Under 4.5 Threes Made (-143)

As LaMelo Ball steps onto the court against the Orlando Magic, his reputation as a sharpshooter comes with a caveat. Despite a dazzling average of 5.2 threes made over his last five games, the away matchup tells a different story. When you dig deeper, he's only managing to sink 3.8 threes per game on the road against this Magic squad, and he's hit the under in 7 of his last 11 away games. Moreover, facing Orlando, who often tightens up defensively against perimeter shooters, we can expect that number to dip further. His historical performance against them shows he averages just 3.2 threes per game. With an expected stat value of 3.26, the under on 4.5 threes feels like a smart play. LaMelo may dazzle at home, but tonight, the road could be a little bumpier than usual.