- The Golden State Warriors are big road favorites over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night
- Golden State has won five of six, while Charlotte is riding an NBA-worst six-game losing streak
- Below, see my Warriors vs Hornets picks, plus the player props and odds for March 3rd
Since acquiring Jimmy Butler from Miami. the Golden State Warriors (32-28, 15-15 away, 31-28-1 ATS) have rattled off eight wins in ten games (8-1 with Butler in the lineup) to climb back up to seventh in the West standings. Butler is officially listed as “probable” on Monday night, and that’s enough for sportsbooks to list the Dubs as big road favorites over the lowly Charlotte Hornets (14-45, 9-21 home, 30-27-2 ATS). Tip-off is scheduled for 7:10 pm ET at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte.
Warriors vs Hornets Odds
The Warriors are listed as 12.5-point road chalk in Monday’s NBA odds and are priced at a hyper-short -800 on the moneyline. The Hornets come back as +550 longshots to snap their six-game skid, which amounts to just a 15.38% implied win probability. The game total is sitting at 228.0, which is the second-lowest of the seven games on today’s NBA slate.
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Jimmy Butler (16.4 PPG, 5.8 RPG, 5.6 APG), who missed Golden State’s 126-119 loss at Philadelphia on Saturday with a back issue, is listed as probable for Monday night’s game in Charlotte. But the Warriors will be without Jonathan Kuminga (16.8 PPG, 5.0 RPG, 2.2 APG) again. The 6’7 power forward has been out since early January due to an ankle injury.
No players are listed on the Charlotte injury report.
GSW vs CHA Player Props
GSW vs CHA player props from DraftKings. See the full list of DraftKings legal states.
Steph Curry (24.1 PPG, 4.5 RPG, 6.2 APG), who’s led Golden State in scoring in nine of the last 11 games, has a game-high point total of 26.5, three higher than any other player on the board. LaMelo Ball (26.1 PPG, 5.1 RPG, 7.0 APG) has the highest total on the Charlotte side at 23.5.
Charlotte center Mark Williams (15.7 PPG, 9.8 RPG, 2.3 APG) has the highest rebound total by a wide margin at 10.5 O/U. The next-highest is teammate Miles Bridges (19.9 PPG, 7.7 RPG, 3.8 APG) at 7.5.
Warriors vs Hornets Picks
This is a big number for the Warriors to cover but it’s not hard to see why it’s been set to high. The Hornets have been an absolute trainwreck since a shocking 100-97 road win at the Lakers on Feb. 19 as 13-point underdogs. Not only have the lost six in a row straight-up, they’re also 1-4 ATS in their last five, losing five of their last six by at least 13 points with an average margin of defeat of 27.5 PPG in that span.
It’s not like Charlotte’s recent schedule has been all that gruelling, either. The Hornets lost by 53 points to Portland, a team that’s seven games under .500. They also fell by 42 at Sacramento two days later, and by 36 at the Warriors the next night. LaMelo Ball didn’t play in that loss in the Bay Area.
Most of the recent damage has taken place on the road, but in their first game back from a nine-game road trip that spanned the All-Star break, the Hornets lost by 13 to Washington, the only team that sits below them in the NBA standings.
Meanwhile, the Warriors are 8-2 in their last ten and five of those victories have come by at least 14 points.
Yet, I still believe there is too much recency bias built into this line. Despite their recent downward trajectory, the Hornets have still been one of the better ATS bets in the league this year. They are basically fully healthy, except for Brandon Miller who was lost for the season back January.
The first game back from a long road trip is always tough. Charlotte should find its footing at the Spectrum Center tonight and at least keep this score respectable.
GSW vs CHA picks:
- Hornets +12.5 (-110)
- Steph Curry under 4.5 rebounds (-130)
The Golden State Warriors will face off against the Charlotte Hornets on March 3, in what promises to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams. As fans gear up for the game, many are turning their attention to the odds, picks, and player props for this highly anticipated contest.
The Warriors come into this game as the favorites, with odds of -150 to win, while the Hornets are the underdogs with odds of +130. This means that a $150 bet on the Warriors would yield a $100 profit, while a $100 bet on the Hornets would yield a $130 profit. The point spread for this game is set at -2.5 in favor of the Warriors, indicating that they are expected to win by at least three points.
When it comes to picks for this game, many experts are leaning towards the Warriors due to their strong performance this season. Led by stars like Stephen Curry and Draymond Green, the Warriors have been one of the top teams in the Western Conference and are currently sitting in second place. On the other hand, the Hornets have been struggling as of late and are currently sitting in eighth place in the Eastern Conference.
In terms of player props, there are several options to consider for this game. Stephen Curry is always a popular choice for prop bets, with options like total points scored, three-pointers made, and assists. Draymond Green is another player to watch, as his defensive prowess can lead to opportunities for steals and blocks. For the Hornets, players like LaMelo Ball and Terry Rozier are worth considering for prop bets, as they have been key contributors for the team this season.
Overall, the Warriors vs Hornets matchup on March 3 is shaping up to be a thrilling game with plenty of betting opportunities. Whether you’re looking to place a wager on the outcome of the game or on specific player performances, there are plenty of options to consider. As always, it’s important to do your research and consider all factors before making your picks. Good luck to all those betting on this exciting NBA matchup!
