The Charlotte Hornets are rolling into Brooklyn with a 39-36 record, and they're primed to take advantage of a Nets team that's been decimated by injuries - D. Wolf and T. Mann are both out, which doesn't bode well for Brooklyn's already struggling home record of 10-26. The Hornets, meanwhile, have been road warriors, boasting a 20-17 away record that should serve them well at the Barclays Center. With the Hornets favored by a whopping 18.5 points, it's clear the oddsmakers aren't giving the injury-plagued Nets much of a chance.
The total for this Regular Season matchup is set at 209.5, and with the Hornets' ability to exploit the Nets' weaknesses, it's hard to see Brooklyn keeping this one close - especially given their dismal 18-57 record. The Hornets will look to push the pace and take advantage of the Nets' depleted roster, which could lead to a long night for Brooklyn. As the action tips off on ESPN, readers can make their pick or follow the discussion on StreakChat to see if the Hornets can cover the spread and take care of business in Brooklyn.