The Charlotte Hornets visit the Boston Celtics at TD Garden on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. The game starts at 7:30 PM and will be broadcast on NBCS. The Hornets come into this game with a 31-31 record, showing improvement in their recent performance.
The Celtics hold a 41-20 record and have been strong at home. Boston is second in the Eastern Conference and leads the Atlantic Division. Both teams are on winning streaks, with the Hornets winning their last five games and the Celtics their last three.
Charlotte Hornets Team Preview
The Charlotte Hornets have been strong in their recent games. They won their last three games, including a 117-90 win against the Dallas Mavericks. In that game, LaMelo Ball had 15 points and 9 assists, while Brandon Miller added 17 points and 5 rebounds.
The Hornets’ offense has been notable for their three-point shooting. They make 15.9 three-pointers per game, ranking second in the league. Their field goal percentage stands at 46.1%, and they average 116 points per game.
Defensively, the Hornets are allowing 113 points per game. They excel at limiting opponents’ free throws, allowing just 16.4 made per game. With key players like LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller, they aim to keep their winning momentum.
Boston Celtics Team Preview
The Boston Celtics recently had a strong performance against the Milwaukee Bucks, winning by 27 points with a score of 108-81. Hugo González was key in this game, scoring 18 points and grabbing 16 rebounds. Payton Pritchard also contributed with 25 points and 9 assists.
In another recent win, the Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers with a score of 114-98. Neemias Queta stood out with 27 points and 17 rebounds. Jaylen Brown matched Queta’s point total, adding 8 rebounds and 8 assists.
Boston’s offense is ranked 19th in points per game, scoring 114.9 on average. They are strong from the three-point line, making 15.5 shots per game, which ranks them third. Defensively, they allow 107.0 points per game, the best in the league, and hold opponents to a 44.0% shooting percentage, ranking second in this category.
Betting Prediction
The Boston Celtics have a strong defense, allowing only 107.0 points per game, the lowest in the league. Their ability to limit opponents’ scoring makes it challenging for teams to keep up. With the Celtics’ defensive stats, they are likely to control the game’s pace and scoring.
On offense, the Hornets score 116.0 points per game, which is higher than the Celtics. However, the Celtics’ defense excels at stopping field goals and three-pointers. This could hinder the Hornets’ scoring opportunities and reduce the overall game score.
Both teams have high three-point attempts, but the Celtics have a better three-point defense. The Hornets’ scoring may be limited by this, leading to fewer points. The combination of strong defense and controlled pace suggests the game total could be low.
- Pick: Under 214.5 (-108)
