Originally Posted by
demens
They are in the exact same situation. Both are looking to lock up a play-off spot and both have a semi not really comfortable lead on the team chasing them. The difference being that Hornets are being chased by the red hot Rockets and just lost their 2nd best player for the season and Pacers are just playing a who's gonna lose less games game in the EAST.
As good as David West is, Hornets are sort of lucky because their best player off the bench happens to be a PF and he can step up with extra PT. Hornets at home as well.
I'm gonna take them. I dont get why the line is moving the other way at all. Hornets are a better team, playing at home and both teams have a lot at stake.