A look at the recent performances of the two teams, supported by statistical analysis. Examining the pre-season, regular season, and the most recent ten-game data, the shooting efficiency of the two teams shows different trends. Notably, throughout the pre-season and regular season games, the Chicago Bulls have led with a 48% field goal percentage, recently reaching 48.6%, significantly higher than their opponents. The Charlotte Hornets, while initially performing slightly lower at around 45%-45.7%, have shown considerable improvement in the last ten games, exceeding 46.7%. Both teams have demonstrated consistent offensive efficiency during the regular season. The Bulls have a superior three-point percentage compared to the Hornets (36.2% vs. 36.7%), although the Hornets have improved their three-point shooting in their last 10 games, reaching 42.3%. Regarding rebounding, the Bulls averaged 49 rebounds per game in the pre-season, significantly higher than their opponents' 49.8, indicating their dominance in the paint. Furthermore, the team maintains a healthy average of 31.9 assists per game, demonstrating good passing and ball distribution. Recommendation: Chicago Bulls -2