Only 2 1/2 games separate No. 7 Miami and No. 8 Charlotte in the Eastern Conference standings, but I hold the Heat as the much better team. Additionally, both teams will be playing on short rest after being in action on Saturday, which I think is an advantage for Miami. Heat are 5-2-1 ATS in their last 8 games overall. Hornets are 3-8 ATS in their last 11 games overall. Hornets are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games as an underdog.

8* play on Miami Heat.