Mon Jan 20 15:00:00 UTC 2025: **Mavericks Look to Continue Winning Streak Against Hornets on Martin Luther King Jr. Day**

CHARLOTTE, NC – The Dallas Mavericks (23-19) will face the Charlotte Hornets (10-28) at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte today, Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Mavericks enter the game following a surprising victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, snapping a three-game losing streak. Kyrie Irving’s return to the lineup proved pivotal, leading the team with 25 points.

The Hornets, on the other hand, have found some momentum, winning two of their last three games, including a recent victory against the Chicago Bulls. LaMelo Ball’s 26 points fueled that win. Despite their recent success, the Hornets have a poor home record (1-9 in their last ten home games).

Betting odds heavily favor the Mavericks (-278 moneyline), with an implied point total of 118.39. The Hornets are listed at +225. NBC Sports Bet recommends a moneyline bet on the Mavericks, but suggests considering the Hornets +6 point spread. The over/under is set at 232 points, a bet NBC Sports Bet is advising against.

While the Mavericks boast a positive road point differential, they have a concerning trend of losing their last three road games against teams with losing records. Conversely, the Hornets have covered the spread in their last five games as underdogs and their last four home games have gone under the total points.

Detailed analysis and predictions from NBC Sports’ modeling tools and experts are available, along with insights from the Rotoworld Basketball Show and Bet the Edge podcast. Readers are encouraged to gamble responsibly.

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