Orlando Magic vs Charlotte Hornets Prediction & Same Game Parlay picks Top SGP: Analytics Breakdown

Desmond Bane has been a solid contributor for the Magic, but as they face the Charlotte Hornets, we can see some warning signs for his points and assists total. Averaging just 17.4 points and 3 assists in his last five games, he's well shy of the 23.5 mark. At home, while his scoring ticks up slightly to an average of 20.2 points, this matchup has historically been tough for him. He's only put up around 16.2 points against Charlotte at home. Moreover, his assist numbers against the Hornets hover around 3.6, which isn't enough to push his combined total over our target. With a model edge suggesting an expected value of just 18.87, and considering his recent form, the Under on Bane's combined points and assists looks like a smart play for this game. It seems like a perfect storm for a lower output in a crucial matchup.

LaMelo Ball (Charlotte Hornets) Under 4.5 Threes Made (-135)

As the Charlotte Hornets head to Orlando, LaMelo Ball's recent shooting trends suggest that betting the under on his three-pointers made is a savvy move. While he's been impressive overall, averaging 5.2 threes in his last five games, his numbers dip when he's away from home. Specifically, he's hitting just 5 threes per game on the road and only 3.8 against the Magic in their last few encounters.The matchup also doesn't favor him; he typically makes around 3.2 threes against Orlando, and given the Hornets' struggles in this environment, it's no surprise that he's hit the under in 4 of his last 5 outings against them. With an expected value of just 3.29 threes tonight, it seems the odds point toward a night where LaMelo might find himself a little short of that 4.5 mark. It's a solid opportunity to cash in on the under.