Our model projects Charlotte Hornets 108, Cleveland Cavaliers 115, with the Cavaliers favored in this NBA matchup.
The combined 223.2-point projection runs below the NBA’s 227.8 combined-points average. Hornets score 97.6 a game and concede 108.1; Cavaliers score 119.3 and concede 117.4.
Hornets sit 8th in the NBA standings, Cavaliers sit 4th. Tip-off at Spectrum Center. Stream availability varies by region; the broadcasters listed below show what is licensed where.
Model projection.
Built from NBA 2026-2027 season data: scoring rate, opponent defence, head-to-head record. Win probability is the chance to win the game, not to cover the margin. 18+, gamble responsibly.
Charlotte Hornets Cleveland Cavaliers2026-2027 season to 2026-11-03. PPG = points per game.
The model line: Cavaliers by 6.2, total 223.2.
Hornets at home: 3–3 SU, 97.6 PPG. Cavaliers on the road: 1–3 SU, 119.3 PPG.
Cleveland Cavaliers lead 7-1 across the last 8 meetings on record. Most recent: Cleveland Cavaliers won 118-113 on 21 Feb 2026.
| # | Team | W | L | PF | PA | Last 5 (most recent first) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Charlotte HornetsHornets |
3 | 4 | 688 | 745 | LLLWW |
| 4 | Cleveland CavaliersCavaliers |
4 | 2 | 726 | 696 | WLWWW |
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