Hornets vs. Spurs Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 07th, 2025

Arena and City where Hornets vs. Spurs will be playing

February 07th, 2025 is the date to mark on your calendar, as the Hornets and the Spurs go head-to-head in an NBA clash in Charlotte, NC at Spectrum Center. Explore our picks and predictions for a winning betting experience.

Introduction to the Hornets vs. Spurs betting tip and prediction

On February 07th, 2025, at 18:00, the Eastern Conference will face off against the Western Conference in this NBA clash. The Hornets enters as 11.5 point underdogs in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Hornets were -4.5 point favorites and won the game against Spurs, 124-120. The over/under for the upcoming game is 226.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 242 points, and the over was victorious.

In the 2024-2025 basketball season, we are all well aware of how crucial the 3-point shot has become to the game. Let's analyze the proficiency of teams in long-range shooting. The Hornets are currently nailing 34.4% of their 3-pointers. Meanwhile, the Spurs are impressively converting 35% of their shots from beyond the arc. The Hornets are dedicating 45% of their attempts to 3-pointers, showcasing their commitment to long-range shooting. The Spurs, on the other hand, are taking 44% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Charlotte Hornets

How are the Hornets playing this season?

The Hornets comes into this game with a 12-36 record, and they are currently 14th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hornets are 2-8 in their last 10 games.

Did the Hornets win their most recent game?

No, Hornets fell to the Bucks, 112-102. LaMelo Ball scored 28 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Hornets

The leading scorer for the Hornets this season is LaMelo Ball, who is averaging 28.2 points per game. He scored 28 points on 10-for-13 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Spurs.

Other Team Leaders for the Hornets

Coming into the February 07th, 2025 contest, Mark Williams leads the Hornets with 9.6 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 15.25 points in DraftKings and 15 fantasy points in FanDuel. LaMelo Ball has a team-high 7.3 assists per game The steals leader for the Hornets is Josh Okogie (2.7 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, Mark Williams is leading the way for the Hornets with 1.2 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 15.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 15 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Hornets Team Analysis

The Hornets' point differential this season is -5.3 points per game, which ranks 25th in the NBA. They are averaging 106.9 points per game while allowing 112.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Hornets are making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Hornets are making 15.9 per game, which ranks 26th in the NBA.

Projected Hornets Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Spurs, the Hornets' starting lineup consisted of Nick Richards, Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller, Terry Rozier and LaMelo Ball.

San Antonio Spurs

How are the Spurs playing this season?

The Spurs head this game with a 22-26 record, and they are currently 12th in the Western Conference standings. The Spurs are 3-7 in their last 10 games.

Did the Spurs win their most recent game?

Yes, Spurs defeated the Hawks, 126-125. Keldon Johnson scored 25 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Spurs

The leading scorer for the Spurs this season is Victor Wembanyama, who is averaging 24.6 points per game. Victor Wembanyama also leads the team in minutes played per game with 37.13. In the last game, scored 46 DraftKings fantasy points and 43.4 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Spurs

Victor Wembanyama is leading the way with 10.9 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 46 points in DraftKings and 43.4 in FanDuel. De'Aaron Fox is dishing out a team-high 13 assists per game. He has 57.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 57.5 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Spurs' leader is De'Aaron Fox with 3 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 57.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 57.5 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Spurs is Victor Wembanyama, who is sending back 3.9 shots per game. He scored 46 DraftKings fantasy points and 43.4 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Spurs Team Analysis

The Spurs' point differential this season is -1.5 points per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA. They are averaging 112.8 points per game while allowing 114.3 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Spurs are making 13.9 shots per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Spurs are making 16.7 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Spurs' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Hornets, the Spurs' starting five were Zach Collins, Jeremy Sochan, Julian Champagnie, Devin Vassell and Tre Jones. For the upcoming matchup, Spurs has the following injuries: Charles Bassey is questionable (knee) and Riley Minix is out (shoulder).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Hornets coming into this game as 11.5 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Spurs.

Money Line betting suggestion

Hornets are a 11.5 money line underdog for the game against the Spurs, and the suggestion is to pick the Spurs.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Hornets and Spurs is 226.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the under.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Hornets and Spurs have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.