Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets Prediction: Injury Report, Starting 5s, Betting Odds & Spreads - December 7 | 2022-23 NBA Season

The Brooklyn Nets (13-12) will look to bounce back from a tough 103-92 loss to the Boston Celtics when they take on the Charlotte Hornets (7-17) tonight. The Hornets have endured a grueling season thus far and are coming into tonight's clash off the back of a two-game losing skid to the Milwaukee Bucks and the Los Angeles Clippers.

The Nets already hold a win over the Hornets earlier this season, having beaten them 98-94 on November 4. The Nets have been plagued by rumors of behind-the-scenes drama lately but were enjoying a four-game winning streak prior to the Celtics loss. The Hornets, meanwhile, have struggled to find their groove all season.

Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets Match Details

Fixture: Hornets @ Nets

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 7, 07:40 p.m. ET

Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, New York

Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets Injury Report

On the Hornets' front, small forwards Cody Martin and Gordon Hayward are both out due to knee and shoulder injuries, respectively. Point guards Dennis Smith Jr. and LaMelo Ball and center Mark Williams are all missing tonight due to ankle injuries.

On the Nets' end, point/shooting guard Alondes Williams is out due to a thigh issue. Point guard Ben Simmons is out due to a knee injury. Small forward Yuta Watanabe is out due to a hamstring injury. Point guard Edmond Sumner is questionable due to a right glute contusion.

Player	Team	Injury	Status
Cody Martin	Hornets	Knee	Out
Gordon Hayward	Hornets	Shoulder	Out
Dennis Smith Jr.	Hornets	Ankle	Out
LaMelo Ball	Hornets	Ankle	Out
Mark Williams	Hornets	Ankle	Out
Alondes Williams	Nets	Thigh	Out
Ben Simmons	Nets	Knee	Out
Yuta Watanabe	Nets	Hamstring	Out
Edmond Sumner	Nets	Hip	Questionable

Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets Betting Odds & Spreads

Team	Spread	Over/Under	Money line
Hornets	+10 (-108)	Ov 222 (-110)	+360
Nets	-10 (-112)	Un 222 (-110)	-460

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Charlotte Hornets vs. Brooklyn Nets Starting 5s

Hornets - PG: Terry Rozier, SG: Kelly Oubre, SF: Jalen McDaniels, PF: PJ Washington, C: Mason Plumlee

Nets - PG: Kyrie Irving, SG: Joe Harris, SF: Kevin Durant, PF: Royce O'Neale, C: Nicolas Claxton

Hornets vs. Nets Prediction

Not only have the Hornets struggled to get any momentum going this season, but they're also coming into tonight with the continued absence of star point guard LaMelo Ball. To make matters worse, similarly key players like Dennis Smith Jr. and Mark Williams will be sitting on the sidelines, leaving the Hornets badly undermanned.

Despite their impressive line-up, the Nets have had a hit-and-miss season thus far. Heading into tonight, they're looking strong overall despite the recent Celtics loss and Ben Simmons' absence tonight. Against an ailing team like the Hornets, the Nets should be able to resume their recent winning ways.

Prediction: Nets -10 (-112)

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