Moussa Diabate (Charlotte Hornets) Under 10.5 Rebounds (-125)

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As the Charlotte Hornets gear up to face the Orlando Magic, all eyes will be on Moussa Diabate, but it's worth considering a different angle: the under on his rebounds total of 10.5. Although Diabate has flashed potential, his recent performances suggest he's likely to fall short. Over the last five games, he's averaged 8.6 rebounds, dipping to 8 per game when playing away. In matchups against the Magic, he's consistently struggled, pulling down just 7 boards on average. Even in his last three away games, where he's been efficient, he still hasn't surpassed this mark. With the Magic boasting a solid frontcourt, it's reasonable to expect Diabate might find it tough to hit double digits in this one. Taking the under feels like a savvy move, especially with his overall hit rate standing strong at 5 of 6, but the numbers suggest this could be a challenging outing for him.

Moussa Diabate (Charlotte Hornets) Under 12.5 Rebounds + Assists (-116)

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As the Charlotte Hornets head into an away matchup against the Orlando Magic, there's a compelling case to be made for taking the under on Moussa Diabate's combined rebounds and assists at 12.5. While Diabate has shown promise, averaging 8.6 rebounds and 3 assists over his last five games, the numbers tell a different story when he's on the road. His away averages dip slightly to 8 rebounds and 3.2 assists, signaling a tougher environment for him to thrive. Against the Magic, he's averaged just 7 rebounds and a mere 1.2 assists in their last five encounters, which tightens the window even further. With his recent away performance hitting the mark only 67% of the time, the likelihood of him surpassing that 12.5 threshold feels slim. Given these trends, targeting the under on Diabate presents a sound opportunity, especially as he faces the Magic's defense.

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

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As the Hornets gear up to face the Orlando Magic, LaMelo Ball's prowess from beyond the arc is certainly captivating, but this matchup suggests a different narrative. While he's averaged a solid 5.2 threes in his last five games, those numbers dip when he's on the road, with just 5 made on average away from home. Against the Magic, LaMelo's historical performance is even more revealing-he's only hit 3.2 threes on average in their recent bouts, with that number slightly rising to 3.8 when playing in Orlando. With a hit rate of just 7 out of his last 11 games away, it seems the magic may not be in his corner this time. Coupled with an expected stat value of only 3.26, betting the under on 4.5 threes made feels like a smart move as he faces a tough Magic defense.

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