Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds

The Houston Rockets host the Charlotte Hornets on Wednesday night, in search of their first victory. Can Alperen Sengun and the Rockets hold off the Hornets to get in the win column? Matt McCuen gives his analysis and Hornets vs. Rockets pick.

Matt McCuen - November 1, 2023, 2:55 PM EDT

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Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds

The Charlotte Hornets and the Houston Rockets will clash from the Lone Star State on Wednesday night.

Hornets vs. Rockets Date, Time, and Where to Watch

Date: November 1, 2023
Game Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
Where to Watch: Bally Sports Southeast

Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets Prediction

Charlotte will enter play representing a record of 1-2.

The Hornets won their opener vs the Hawks but have lost back-to-back games since then.

Veteran guard Terry Rozier leads the Hornets in scoring, averaging 22.0 points per game.

Former Kentucky standout P.J. Washington is off to a strong start this season, averaging 17.0 points per game.

The most welcoming start has come from rookie Brandon Miller, who has played terrific, averaging 17.3 points per game and 6.0 rebounds.

The defense has been an issue early in the season for Charlotte.

Houston will attempt to pick up their first win of the season tonight.

The Rockets are off to a 0-3 start.

Houston has been led by center Alperen Sengun, who is averaging a team-high 19.3 points per game.

Jalen Green is off to a solid start, pouring in 17.7 points per game.

Fred VanVleet inked a max contract in the off-season to join Houston. He is averaging 15.3 points per game and seven assists.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Houston Rockets Pick

This is an excellent spot for the Rockets to grab their first win of the season.

Houston matches up well with the Hornets and will be able to get more stops in this game, as they are the better defensive team.

The Rockets are due and will come through tonight.

Pick: Houston Rockets ML -135 Click here to see which sportsbook has the best odds

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