NBA
TOP PICK
2026-03-24 · Morning Edition
LOSS
Kings vs. Hornets
Kings vs. Hornets: O/U 226.5 Over
ANALYSIS
Our selection leverages market inefficiencies against a 231.5 model projection, as the Kings’ 28th-ranked defense (121 PPG allowed) faces a Hornets offense currently ranking 5th in efficiency. With Sacramento listing 11 players on the March 24 injury report—including defensive anchors Domantas Sabonis and Keegan Murray—and both squads ranking in the top 10 for up-tempo pace over the last five games, this matchup projects as a high-volume track meet with minimal interior resistance.
Key Data
Hornets offensive efficiency +12.4 vs league avg; market price 0.665 vs fair prob 0.74.
OUTCOME
Sacramento Kings 90 - Charlotte Hornets 134
Graded from ESPN final score