Hornets vs. Pacers: Retail Fade Opportunity

While retail leans Under following Bridges’ 22-minute return on February 24, that limited run was a byproduct of a 32-point blowout rather than a conditioning restriction. Facing an Indiana defense confirmed tonight to be without both Pascal Siakam (wrist) and newly-acquired rim protector Ivica Zubac (ankle), Bridges is positioned to exceed his 18.1 PPG season average. Given his high-efficiency return (16 points in just 22 minutes) and a steady 23.1% usage rate, a return to his 30+ minute baseline against a bottom-five scoring defense makes this a high-value 'Over' opportunity.