Boston Celtics Hosting the Charlotte Hornets Odds and Betting Pick

The Boston Celtics will look to boost their win total and cover the point spread when the Charlotte Hornets tip off at TD Garden on Friday in NBA play.

Handicapping models based on recent betting stats and prediction formulas pick a 114-96 win for the Celtics. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.

Charlotte Hornets vs Boston Celtics Matchup

Team Betting Records & Power Rankings

The Boston Celtics sport a record of 10-2 and 10-2 ATS heading into this matchup, while the Charlotte Hornets sit at 5-6 and 5-6 ATS on the NBA season. The OVER/UNDER totals betting records are 4-8 for the Boston Celtics and 5-6 for the Charlotte Hornets. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and Boston vs Charlotte injuries news.

The Celtics - Hornets betting odds would favor the Celtics if the lines were set according to power rankings. Boston is rated No. 3 in our latest Odds Shark poll, while the Charlotte Hornets sit at No. 26.

Statistical Matchup

When it comes to rebounds, the visiting Charlotte Hornets rank No. 4 in the league with 47.73 per game. That compares with Boston's No. 5 ranking in that category. The story is different when it comes to three-point shooting where Boston is the NBA's No. 6-ranked team at 11.08 per game, while the Charlotte Hornets rate No. 20 with 10 per contest.