Charlotte Hornets at Boston Celtics
Mar 04, 2026
Charlotte Hornets Triumph Over Boston Celtics 118-89 in Blowout Victory
Game Summary
The Charlotte Hornets secured a convincing 118-89 victory against the Boston Celtics. The Hornets showcased their offensive prowess, shooting 46.1% from the field and hitting 19 three-pointers, while the Celtics struggled, particularly from beyond the arc, shooting just 27.8%. Boston's 15 turnovers compounded their difficulties, as they fell short of their average points allowed, allowing the Hornets to outpace them significantly.
Top Performers
Kon Knueppel led the Hornets with 20 points, contributing four three-pointers to the dominating performance. LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller both added 18 points, with Ball also grabbing seven rebounds and Miller contributing three steals. For the Celtics, Derrick White was the standout with 29 points, but the lack of support from the rest of the team hindered any chance of a comeback, as Jaylen Brown managed 20 points and 11 rebounds.
Odds Recap
Listed as 7-point underdogs, the Charlotte Hornets stunned the Boston Celtics with a convincing 29-point margin. The result fell well below the pre-game total of 215, confirming the matchup ended under.
Prediction Recap
The model correctly predicted the actual total to go under but missed on the moneyline and spread, which favored the Celtics. It anticipated the Celtics would win outright, but the Hornets delivered a significant upset instead.
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