Moussa Diabate (Charlotte Hornets) Under 10.5 Rebounds (-135)

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In Friday's matchup between the Orlando Magic and the Charlotte Hornets, targeting Moussa Diabate for under 10.5 rebounds feels like a savvy move. While he's shown promise, his recent performances tell a different story. Averaging just 8.6 rebounds over his last five games and a modest 8 on the road, it's clear that exceeding that 10.5 mark is a tall order. Even against the Hornets, where he's averaged 7 rebounds in their previous encounters, there's a trend emerging; on the road, his numbers dip to 10.3 against this opponent, reflecting the challenges of away games. With a solid hit rate of 5 out of his last 6 games, and particularly strong 3-for-3 on the road, it seems the under is a sweet spot here. Given his expected stat value of just 7.88, this wager aligns nicely with the data, making it a compelling play as the Magic look

Moussa Diabate (Charlotte Hornets) Under 12.5 Rebounds + Assists (-125)

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As the Charlotte Hornets gear up to face the Orlando Magic, all eyes should be on Moussa Diabate's performance. While he's shown some promise lately, the numbers suggest a dip in production. Averaging just 8.6 rebounds and 3 assists over his last five games, Diabate's contributions have been solid yet unspectacular. When playing away, his numbers drop slightly, with averages of 8 rebounds and 3.2 assists. Facing the Magic, who have been relatively tough on the boards, he's only managed 7 rebounds on average against them recently. Sure, he had a decent outing in the past, but with an expected stat value of just under 9, it's clear he'll struggle to hit that 12.5 mark. With a strong hit rate of 75% for the Under in his last four games, this prop feels like a smart play as the Hornets take the court.

LaMelo Ball (Charlotte Hornets) Under 4.5 Threes Made (-145)

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As the Charlotte Hornets gear up to face the Orlando Magic, all eyes will be on LaMelo Ball and his three-point shooting. While he's been a remarkable shooter, his recent trends tell a different story, especially on the road. Over his last five away games, he's averaged just five threes, and when matching up against the Magic, he's netted only 3.8 threes per game in similar settings. Defensively, the Magic have tightened up against perimeter threats, and with Ball's average against them sitting at 3.2 threes, it raises eyebrows about hitting that 4.5 mark. With a hit rate of just 64% in his last 11 away games, the under seems more than plausible. In this matchup, expect him to fall short of that threshold as he navigates Orlando's defense, making the Under 4.5 an enticing bet.

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