Desmond Johnson: Hornets 110, Bucks 103.
Something weird is happening with the Hornets. Since the trade deadline they are 5-1 and are the best defensive team in the league...after being the worst all season. All of this without two key starters in LaMelo Ball (who I thought they would shut down for the season....and Mark Williams (who I'm REALLY starting to worry about). Add on the Bucks with Doc Rivers aren't playing well and I like the Hornets chances for a win.
Prediction record: 8-11.
Drew Cook: Bucks 112, Hornets 102.
Charlotte has been on the upswing here recently, but Milwaukee simply needs this game more.