Update: Steph Curry ruled out last minute, which dramatically shifts the line. Avoid this one if you haven’t yet pulled the trigger.
It’s a poor scheduling spot for Golden State here, but I don’t mind them laying 2 points against Charlotte. They should be motivated after a poor loss last night and appear to match up relatively well with this Hornets side.
Their lack of bigs is a concern, although Charlotte aren’t exactly the team to capitalise on it. The Hornets themselves have a few key injuries, with Graham and the Martin brothers out and Hayward listed as questionable.
Steph Curry has shot it relatively poorly the last few games, but the law of averages, and a poor Charlotte defence, could be the recipe for a big night here. Overall, I think Golden State’s small ball lineup will do just enough to get the win and cover here.
77% of people are also on the Portland side here, which tells you there’s something we’re probably overlooking. Despite their injuries, this is still an excellent matchup for Portland, especially at the PG spot.
Lillard has dominated Russ in recent years and I’m not sure how the Wizards contain him here. Portland also have solid enough wing defenders to at least contain Bradley Beal and Co.
Given Portland’s excellent recent form and home record, combined with Washington’s road struggles, 3.5 points does seem a little low here. I could see it being a close one late on, but Portland should have enough to get the job done.