The Hornets scoring production has hit a snag without LaMelo Ball on the floor. Our expert NBA predictions expect that trend to continue tonight at home against the Clippers.

The Lakers are currently 9-12 on the road with a point differential of -1, while the Hornets have a 3-7 record in their last ten games at home.

Nikola Jokic is coming off a big night in Philadelphia, and our NBA predictions expect a repeat performance tonight against the injury-riddled Hornets.

Analyzing Friday’s LA Clippers at Charlotte Hornets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Nets have lost seven in a row to drop into 13 th in the Eastern Conference. They lost at home Monday to the Kings, 110-96. D’Angelo Russell had 19 points in the loss. Charlotte lost at home to the Lakers Monday, 112-107. LeMelo Ball left the game with a sprained ankle after only nine minutes. The Hornets sit in 14 th place in the East.