Hornets vs. Nets Prediction: Ben Simmons Player Props

Analyzing Ben Simmons' Player Props for Hornets vs. Nets

Points Prop: Over 9.5 (-120)

Simmons has averaged 9.5 points per game this season, so this prop is essentially a coin flip. However, he has scored at least 10 points in three of his last five games, and the Nets have allowed the fifth-most points per game to point guards this season.

Rebounds Prop: Over 6.5 (-110)

Simmons is averaging 6.7 rebounds per game this season, and he has grabbed at least seven rebounds in four of his last five games. The Nets have allowed the ninth-most rebounds per game to point guards this season.

Assists Prop: Over 5.5 (-120)

Simmons is averaging 6.1 assists per game this season, and he has dished out at least six assists in four of his last five games. The Nets have allowed the seventh-most assists per game to point guards this season.

Hornets vs. Nets Prediction

The Nets are favored by 7.5 points at home against the Hornets. Brooklyn has won three of its last four games, while Charlotte has lost four of its last five. The Nets also have a much better record at home (15-6) than the Hornets do on the road (7-14).

However, the Hornets have played well against the Nets in recent years, winning three of the last four meetings between the two teams. Charlotte also has a good chance of winning this game if Simmons can have a big game.

Our prediction: Nets win, but Simmons has a big game and goes over on his player props.