Who’s Playing

Charlotte @ Miami

Current Records: Charlotte 3-9; Miami 4-7

What to Know

The Charlotte Hornets haven’t won a game against the Miami Heat since March 26 of last year, but they’ll be looking to end the drought Thursday. Charlotte might have tired legs after a contest yesterday as they head on the road against Miami at 7:30 p.m. ET Nov. 10 at FTX Arena. Given that these two teams suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this matchup.

The Hornets came up short against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, falling 105-95. The losing side was boosted by center Mason Plumlee, who dropped a double-double on 16 points and 12 rebounds. That makes it three consecutive games in which Plumlee has had at least ten rebounds. Plumlee’s points were the most he has had all year.

Meanwhile, Miami lost 110-107 to Portland on Monday on a last-minute jumper from Portland’s small forward Josh Hart as the clock expired. Despite the loss, the Heat got a solid performance out of small forward Jimmy Butler, who had 16 points and seven assists in addition to six steals.

The Hornets are the clear underdogs, so they’re hoping it’s the size of the fight that determines this one. Now might not be the best time to take Charlotte against the spread since they’ve let down bettors for the past six consecutive games.

Charlotte is now 3-9 while Miami sits at 4-7. A pair of offensive stats to keep in the back of your head while watching: Charlotte has only been able to knock down 43.70% percent of their shots, which is the third lowest field goal percentage in the league. Miami has experienced some struggles of their own as they are stumbling into the game with the fifth fewest points per game in the league, having accrued only 108 on average. It’s possible one of these Achilles’ heels will wind up tripping the losing team up.

How To Watch

• When: Thursday at 7:30 p.m. ET
• Where: FTX Arena — Miami, Florida
• TV: Bally Sports SE Charlotte
• Online streaming: fuboTV (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
• Follow: CBS Sports App
• Ticket Cost: $15.00

Odds

The Heat are a big 10.5-point favorite against the Hornets, according to the latest NBA odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 10.5-point spread, and stayed right there.

Over/Under: -109

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Series History

Miami have won 20 out of their last 32 games against Charlotte.

• Apr 05, 2022 – Miami 144 vs. Charlotte 115
• Feb 17, 2022 – Miami 111 vs. Charlotte 107
• Feb 05, 2022 – Miami 104 vs. Charlotte 86
• Oct 29, 2021 – Miami 114 vs. Charlotte 99
• May 02, 2021 – Miami 121 vs. Charlotte 111
• Mar 26, 2021 – Charlotte 110 vs. Miami 105
• Feb 01, 2021 – Charlotte 129 vs. Miami 121
• Mar 11, 2020 – Charlotte 109 vs. Miami 98
• Nov 25, 2019 – Miami 117 vs. Charlotte 100
• Mar 17, 2019 – Miami 93 vs. Charlotte 75
• Mar 06, 2019 – Miami 91 vs. Charlotte 84
• Oct 30, 2018 – Charlotte 125 vs. Miami 113
• Oct 20, 2018 – Charlotte 113 vs. Miami 112
• Jan 27, 2018 – Miami 95 vs. Charlotte 91
• Jan 20, 2018 – Miami 106 vs. Charlotte 105
• Dec 15, 2017 – Miami 104 vs. Charlotte 98
• Dec 01, 2017 – Miami 105 vs. Charlotte 100
• Apr 05, 2017 – Miami 112 vs. Charlotte 99
• Mar 08, 2017 – Miami 108 vs. Charlotte 101
• Dec 29, 2016 – Charlotte 91 vs. Miami 82
• Oct 28, 2016 – Charlotte 97 vs. Miami 91
• May 01, 2016 – Miami 106 vs. Charlotte 73
• Apr 29, 2016 – Miami 97 vs. Charlotte 90
• Apr 27, 2016 – Charlotte 90 vs. Miami 88
• Apr 25, 2016 – Charlotte 89 vs. Miami 85
• Apr 23, 2016 – Charlotte 96 vs. Miami 80
• Apr 20, 2016 – Miami 115 vs. Charlotte 103
• Apr 17, 2016 – Miami 123 vs. Charlotte 91
• Mar 17, 2016 – Charlotte 109 vs. Miami 106
• Feb 05, 2016 – Miami 98 vs. Charlotte 95
• Dec 09, 2015 – Charlotte 99 vs. Miami 81
• Oct 28, 2015 – Miami 104 vs. Charlotte 94