A seven-game slate on Thursday includes the Cavs heading to Charlotte in what is now a very dangerous matchup, while OKC also face Giannis and the Bucks.<\/p>\n
The Hornets are becoming a real dangerous proposition after scalps over the Thunder and Lakers, both coming in blowout wins. They\u2019re getting valuable minutes into their starting lineup, building strong chemistry, and suddenly look like a genuine threat.<\/p>\n
As for the Cavs, it\u2019s still unclear what version of this team will turn up. With Darius Garland sidelined again, this won\u2019t be an easy road trip to Charlotte.<\/p>\n
Miller has been flying over the past three weeks, averaging 22.5 points per game across his last 11 outings on consistently high shot volume.<\/p>\n
If you remove the ejection against the Pacers from that sample, he\u2019s averaging 24 points across 10 games and has cleared 20+ in seven of those, including each of his last three.<\/p>\n
The Cavs rate as one of the weaker defensive teams in the league, so expect plenty of scoring opportunities here, with Miller leading the way for Charlotte.<\/p>\n
The rookie continues to produce for Charlotte, averaging 19 points per game this season.<\/p>\n
Knueppel has hit 15+ points in 15 of his last 18 games, with one miss coming against Utah when he played just 18 minutes. He should find this number again.<\/p>\n
An impact scorer off the bench, Sexton is averaging 14.9 points per game this season and is close to a lock for double digits.<\/p>\n
He\u2019s cleared 10+ points in 31 of his 34 games this season. One miss came in an injury-shortened eight-minute appearance, while another saw him limited to just 14 minutes against the Lakers.<\/p>\n
If he plays closer to 20 minutes here, which is likely, he should comfortably cover.<\/p>\n