Charlotte Hornets vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Prediction for 11/4

The NBA regular season is underway, and the Charlotte Hornets will play against the New Orleans Pelicans. The game will take place at the Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSS.

The Hornets have a 3-4 record and recently won against the Utah Jazz with a score of 126-103. Meanwhile, the Pelicans are searching for their first win of the season, currently holding a 0-6 record. The Pelicans’ last game was a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, with a score of 137-106. Both teams are eager to improve their standings early in the season.

Hornets vs Pelicans Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Charlotte Hornets vs. New Orleans Pelicans
  • Venue: Smoothie King Center
  • Date: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
  • Betting Odds: Pelicans -1.5 (-110), Hornets +1.5 (-109), Pelicans MoneyLine -122, Hornets MoneyLine +102

Charlotte Hornets Team Preview

The Charlotte Hornets have been on a roller coaster ride recently. They won their last game against the Utah Jazz with a 126-103 score. Miles Bridges shined with 29 points, while Kon Knueppel added 24 points.

In the game before, the Hornets lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves, 105-122. Miles Bridges was strong again, scoring 30 points. LaMelo Ball contributed with 18 points and 8 assists.

LaMelo Ball is a key player for the Hornets, averaging 23.3 points and 9.8 assists per game. However, he is questionable with an ankle injury for the next game. The team will also miss Brandon Miller and Josh Green due to injuries.

New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a rough start to their season. They have lost their last three games, including a 137-106 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The team is struggling offensively, ranking 29th in points per game with 107.7.

Zion Williamson is a key player for the Pelicans, averaging 22.8 points per game. However, he is currently listed as questionable due to a hamstring injury. Other players like Trey Murphy III and Jeremiah Fears are also contributing, but the team needs to improve its shooting percentages to compete better.

The Pelicans’ defense is also having issues, allowing 125.8 points per game, which ranks 28th. Despite being strong in blocked shots, they struggle with opponents’ field goal percentages. The team needs to focus on tightening their defense to reduce the high number of points allowed. The absence of Dejounte Murray, due to an Achilles injury, adds to their challenges.

BTB Betting Pick

The Hornets are set to cover the spread of +1.5 against the Pelicans. Charlotte scores 121.6 points per game, while New Orleans allows 125.8 points per game. The Hornets’ offense and the Pelicans’ defensive struggles suggest a final score of Hornets 123, Pelicans 119, making the Hornets a solid pick against the spread.

For the over/under, take the over at 234.5 points. The Hornets allow 121.0 points per game, and the Pelicans score 107.7 points per game. Combining these stats, the game could reach a total of 242 points, indicating the over is a strong choice.