- Matchup: Moda Center vs Charlotte Hornets
- Event Date: Tuesday, March 10, 2026
- Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
- Broadcast: Rip City Television Network
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The Charlotte Hornets (32-33) are set to visit the Moda Center on Tuesday to take on the Portland Trail Blazers (31-34).
In their previous encounter, the Hornets faced off against the Suns, suffering a defeat with a final score of 111-99. Charlotte recorded a field goal percentage of 42.0% (37 out of 88) and made 15 of their 45 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Hornets converted 10 of 15 for a conversion rate of 66.7%. They secured a total of 41 rebounds, with 13 being offensive rebounds. Charlotte also facilitated 24 assists, turned the ball over 8 times, and made 1 steal. Defensively, they allowed their opponents to shoot 45.6% from the field, as Phoenix made 36 of 79 attempts. The Suns tallied 24 assists and registered 5 steals during the game, in addition to collecting 40 total rebounds (10 offensive, 30 defensive) and achieving 6 blocked shots. Phoenix finished the game with an 88.5% success rate at the free-throw line, sinking 23 out of 26 attempts, and hit 16 of their 41 attempts from three-point range. In terms of fouls, the Hornets were whistled for 21, while the Suns committed 17 fouls.
LaMelo Ball was a standout performer in this matchup, contributing 22 points on 9-of-19 shooting. He logged 33 minutes on the court and gathered 7 rebounds, finishing with a shooting percentage of 47.4% and dishing out 6 assists.
Currently, Charlotte holds a record of 32-33 for the season. The team averages 115.9 points per game (ranking 11th in the league) while shooting 46.0% from the field. The Hornets successfully shoot 37.8% from three-point territory (1,043 of 2,762) and maintain an 81.7% free-throw success rate. On the boards, Charlotte grabs an average of 46.2 rebounds along with producing 1,726 assists this season, ranking 12th in the league for assists. They commit 15.6 turnovers and average 19.2 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Hornets force 12.6 turnovers per game while averaging 19.8 personal fouls. They rank 16th in giving up assists, with 1,720 allowed this year. Opponents shoot 46.9% against them (2,692 of 5,737), and they surrender an average of 39.5 rebounds per game. Additionally, they allow 36.2% shooting from three-point range, ranking 10th in the league for points allowed per game at 112.5.
In their latest game, the Trail Blazers emerged victorious against the Pacers, winning 131-111. Portland achieved a total of 53 rebounds, including 40 defensive and 13 offensive boards. They had 14 turnovers and made 5 steals during the game. Indiana accrued 22 fouls, providing the Trail Blazers with 27 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 22 for an 81.5% rate. Portland connected on 15 of 41 three-point attempts (36.6%) and finished the game shooting 47 of 93 from the field, yielding a shooting percentage of 50.5%. The Trail Blazers allowed the Pacers to convert 41 of 95 attempts (43.2%) and shot 33.3% from beyond the arc (14 of 42). At the charity stripe, they hit 15 of 24 attempts (62.5%). Ultimately, Portland allowed Indiana to compile 38 total rebounds, with 12 coming off the offensive glass.
Scoot Henderson significantly impacted the Trail Blazers in this game, scoring 28 points in 26 minutes and providing 6 assists. He shot 10 of 15 (66.7%) and added 3 rebounds to his contributions.
This season, the Trail Blazers are 31-34. They commit an average of 20.1 personal fouls per game and convert 76.2% of their free throws. Portland dishes out 24.7 assists per game (26th in the league) and experiences 17.2 turnovers on average. The team has amassed 7,497 points this season (115.3 points per game) while securing 45.8 rebounds per contest. Offensively, they shoot 45.1% from the field, ranking 28th in the league.
On defense, Portland holds the 24th spot in the league for points allowed per game, yielding 118.0. They force 15.5 turnovers per game and allow opponents to shoot 47.6% from the floor (23rd in the league). Opponents hit 36.3% of their three-point attempts (849 of 2,340) and manage to convert 78.7% at the free-throw line. The Trail Blazers allow 27.0 assists and collect an average of 43.5 rebounds, ranking 18th and 12th in the league, respectively.
Who will come out on top tonight in this NBA showdown against the spread?
Prediction: Select Charlotte
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