The Charlotte Hornets take on the Portland Trail Blazers in NBA action. Portland beat Charlotte 105-95 as a 2-point road fave in the only other matchup this season. The Hornets are just 9-24 this season and have won two out of three. The Trail Blazers are 17-16 after a disastrous six-game road trip in which they have lost four of the last five and three in a row. Portland is back at home where they are they are 3-1 SU and 4-0 ATS in their last four games. They are playing the right team to open this homestand as the Hornets are winless in 14 consecutive road contests against Portland. The Hornets have failed to cover the number in eight of those eleven games. At home, Portland is putting up 116 points a game and shoots 48%. They should be able to take advantage of a Charlotte defense that struggles to keep their opponents in check. On the road, the Hornets give up 1120 points a game. The Hornets have lost nine of their last 11 games and six of their last eight road games. Portland will have an advantage on the glass and in the turnover battle which will lead to easy points. portland comes home to enjoy some home cooking and pick up a win and cover.

Play on Portland.