The Charlotte Hornets' backcourt, featuring Terry Rozier (averaging 20.4 points) and LaMelo Ball (19.7 points, 8.5 assists), shoulders the primary offensive burden. However, the team's interior defense is vulnerable, committing numerous turnovers (14.9 per game), and their steals statistics are among the league's lowest. This makes them susceptible to fast-break opportunities for opponents. Giannis Antetokounmpo (averaging 28.9 points, 10 rebounds) leads the offense for the Milwaukee Bucks as a dominant force. Rookie MarJon Beauchamp has shown impressive outside shooting efficiency recently. While the Bucks' overall offensive efficiency is only mid-tier, their defensive system is more solid. They are expected to exploit the Hornets' interior weaknesses and frequent turnovers to their advantage. The Hornets need to employ a multi-player defensive strategy to limit Antetokounmpo's inside attacks. Ball and Rozier must take on increased responsibilities in scoring and playmaking. The Bucks, on the other hand, should aggressively attack the paint, capitalize on transition opportunities, and leverage Beauchamp and Jordan Nwora's outside shooting to create space. The crucial factors are whether Antetokounmpo can consistently penetrate the Hornets' weak interior defense, and if the Hornets can limit their turnovers to under 15. The Bucks' outside shooting stability, particularly from Beauchamp and Nwora, is also crucial. Recommended Bet: Charlotte Hornets +3