The Charlotte Hornets (3-4) and New Orleans Pelicans (0-6) will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET from the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La. The game will broadcast live on FDSSE.
The Pelicans are 2.5-point favorites over the Hornets on the spread (Pelicans -2.5), with the over/under set at 237.5 total points. New Orleans is a -135 favorite to win outright on the moneyline, while Charlotte is +115 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Hornets vs. Pelicans predictions and NBA picks for Tuesday, November 4.
My Hornets vs Pelicans Prediction
- Hornets vs Pelicans pick: Pelicans -2.5 (-110)
My Pelicans vs. Hornets best bet is on New Orleans to cover the spread, with the best price currently available at bet365. But as always, make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Hornets vs Pelicans Odds
| Hornets Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+2.5 -110 | 237.5 -110o / -110u | +115 |
| Pelicans Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-2.5 -110 | 237.5 -110o / -110u | -135 |
Hornets vs Pelicans NBA Preview
It’s been a brutal start to the season for the Pelicans, who remain winless (0-6) after a blowout 137-106 loss to the defending champion Thunder.
New Orleans has struggled to find rhythm on both ends of the floor and desperately needs a victory to avoid an early-season spiral.
The status of Zion Williamson looms large — he’s listed as questionable with left hamstring soreness.
The Hornets, meanwhile, come in at 3-4 after snapping a three-game losing streak with an emphatic 126-103 win over Utah.
Miles Bridges dropped 29 points, while Kon Knueppel posted a career-high 24 in the victory.
However, injuries remain an issue for Charlotte as well: LaMelo Ball continues to deal with ankle problems and is questionable, while Brandon Miller has been ruled out for at least two weeks.
Despite Charlotte’s recent win, both teams have plenty of uncertainty, and desperation may play a key role in how this one unfolds.
Hornets vs Pelicans Prediction, Betting Analysis
This matchup sets up as a potential “buy-low” spot for New Orleans. According to Evan Abrams’ “Bad ATS Teams, Good Bet” system, NBA teams that perform poorly against the spread early in the season often become undervalued by the betting market.
Public sentiment pushes lines too far against them, creating opportunities once expectations drop below realistic levels.
The Pelicans fit this profile perfectly. They’re 0-6 straight up and have been a disappointment against the number, but they now face a Charlotte squad with its own injury concerns and defensive inconsistencies.
This is a classic bounce-back opportunity for a team desperate to get in the win column.
While the Hornets have shown flashes, their road play and lack of depth make them vulnerable against an aggressive, motivated opponent.
Pick: Pelicans -2.5 (-110)
Pelicans vs Hornets Betting Trends
