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Hornets Sting Knicks in Crucial Playoff Battle
27 Mar
Summary
- Knicks aim for eighth straight win against a surging Hornets team.
- Hornets have won 22 of their last 28 games, including post-All-Star success.
- Knicks struggle on the road with a 9-16 against-the-spread record.
The New York Knicks, riding a seven-game win streak, are traveling to Charlotte to play the Hornets on Thursday. This matchup holds significant weight for both teams' playoff seeding aspirations. The Knicks are nearing a lock on the No. 2 seed, while the Hornets are vying for the sixth seed, currently trailing Atlanta by 2.5 games.
The Hornets have been on an impressive run, boasting a 22-6 record in their last 28 games and a 12-5 mark since the All-Star break. Their offensive firepower, bolstered by players like LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, has been exceptional, including a franchise-record 26 three-pointers in a recent massive win. They are also 4-0 against the spread on their current homestand.
Despite the Knicks' overall winning streak, their performance as road favorites has been inconsistent, with a 9-16 record against the spread. This pattern was recently highlighted by a narrow one-point victory. Considering the Hornets' strong recent form and the Knicks' road struggles, the Hornets are favored to cover the spread.
