The NBA's New Year's Day schedule features a matchup between the Charlotte Hornets and the Golden State Warriors. The game tips off at 02:00. The Hornets, with an 11-21 record, currently hold the 12th position in the Eastern Conference. Despite the strong performances of players like Ball (averaging 20 points and 8.4 assists) and Miller, the Hornets are dealing with a significant injury crisis, with Plumlee, Karl-Anthony Towns and three other players sidelined. This impacts their interior rotation and defensive capabilities. The Golden State Warriors, at 17-16, are positioned 8th in the Western Conference. They've shown improved form recently, with a 6-4 record in their last ten games. Curry leads the league in scoring, averaging 28.8 points per game, spearheading the Warriors' potent outside shooting. Their passing game, combined with their league-leading three-point efficiency, makes them a formidable opponent. Recommendation: Under