I'm playing on CHARLOTTE. I won with the Hornets in their last game and I like how they rallied late to pull away for the cover. I believe that they're catching the Pelicans at the right time. Not only is New Orleans really short-handed - no Zion, no Ingram (others, too) - but the Pelicans have realized that they won't be making the playoffs. They've fought hard but its not happening. While they deserve credit for fighting as hard as they did, I believe that Friday's 2-point loss at Philadelphia will serve as a gut punch to the Pelicans. The Hornets handled the Pelicans at New Orleans and they're 13-8 ATS when listed as favorites. Expect them to take advantage of their depleted guests this evening, cover the small number along the way.