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Hornets Edge Trail Blazers in Close Contest

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:00 PM ET · Moda Center

Charlotte Hornets 103, Portland Trail Blazers 101, final. Today's NBA pick is already sealed, as a hash, before kickoff.

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Who won Charlotte Hornets vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Charlotte Hornets beat Portland Trail Blazers 103-101 at Moda Center on March 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Charlotte Hornets vs Portland Trail Blazers?

Charlotte Hornets were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Charlotte Hornets narrowly defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 103-101 at the Moda Center. This victory marked the Hornets' third consecutive win against the Trail Blazers this season, having previously won both earlier meetings. The Hornets now hold a 3-0 advantage in the season series.

Both teams entered the game with varying recent forms. The Trail Blazers, with a record of 31-35, had a mixed performance in their last ten games, finishing with a record of 5-5, including a recent win against the Indiana Pacers on March 9, where they triumphed 131-111. However, they had struggled defensively, allowing an average of 116.4 points per game over that stretch. Their home record stood at 1-2 in the last three games, with an average of 111.8 points scored and 116.4 points allowed.

On the other hand, the Hornets, with a record of 33-33, had fared better recently, going 6-4 in their last ten games. They had a scoring average of 117.0 points while allowing only 105.4 points per game. Despite this positive trend, they entered the game on a two-game losing streak, having lost to the Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat in their last two outings.

In terms of injuries, the Trail Blazers were without Shaedon Sharpe due to a knee issue, while both Damian Lillard and Ja Morant were listed as day-to-day with respective injuries. The Hornets also faced challenges, with Brandon Miller and PJ Hall both listed as day-to-day, which could have impacted their performance.

The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with DraftKings setting the Hornets as 3.5-point favorites. The total for the game was set at 227.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The moneyline odds were +130 for the Trail Blazers and -155 for the Hornets, suggesting a stronger belief in the Hornets' chances of winning.

The game conditions were typical for a late-season NBA matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their playoff positions. Fans watching were treated to a thrilling finish, with several key scoring plays in the fourth quarter. Toumani Camara hit a crucial three-pointer to bring the Trail Blazers within one point, but Miles Bridges responded with a series of free throws that helped the Hornets maintain their lead.

Ultimately, the Hornets' ability to execute in the closing moments secured their victory, showcasing their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The Trail Blazers, despite the loss, demonstrated competitive spirit and will look to bounce back in their upcoming games.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CHA -3.5	227.5 o -112 / u -108	Charlotte Hornets -155 · Portland Trail Blazers +130

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Injury report

Shaedon SharpeOutKneePortland Trail Blazers
Ja MorantDay-To-DayElbowPortland Trail Blazers
Damian LillardDay-To-DayAchillesPortland Trail Blazers
Brandon MillerDay-To-DayShoulderCharlotte Hornets
PJ HallDay-To-DayAnkleCharlotte Hornets

Leaders

PointsJerami Grant24Portland Trail Blazers
AssistsDeni Avdija7Portland Trail Blazers
ReboundsDonovan Clingan11Portland Trail Blazers
PointsBrandon Miller23Charlotte Hornets
AssistsBrandon Miller4Charlotte Hornets
ReboundsBrandon Miller9Charlotte Hornets

Recent form

Portland Trail Blazers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W1111.8 scored · 116.4 allowed per game1-2 at home

W131-111vs Indiana PacersMar 9
L99-106at Houston RocketsMar 7
W122-114at Memphis GrizzliesMar 5
L101-135at Atlanta HawksMar 1
L93-109at Charlotte HornetsFeb 28
W121-112at Chicago BullsFeb 27
L121-124vs Minnesota TimberwolvesFeb 25
W92-77at Phoenix SunsFeb 23
L103-157vs Denver NuggetsFeb 21
W135-119at Utah JazzFeb 13

Charlotte Hornets

Last 10: 6-4Streak L2117 scored · 105.4 allowed per game4-1 away

L99-111at Phoenix SunsMar 9
L120-128vs Miami HeatMar 7
W118-89at Boston CelticsMar 5
W117-90vs Dallas MavericksMar 4
W109-93vs Portland Trail BlazersFeb 28
W133-109at Indiana PacersFeb 27
W131-99at Chicago BullsFeb 25
W129-112at Washington WizardsFeb 22
L113-118vs Cleveland CavaliersFeb 21
L101-105vs Houston RocketsFeb 20

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Atlanta	-	36	L1	.561	46
Orlando	1	37	L1	.549	45
Charlotte	2	38	W1	.537	44
Miami	3	39	W2	.524	43
Washington	29	65	L10	.207	17
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Charlotte Hornets	Portland Trail Blazers
Field goals	34-88	35-83
Field goal %	39	42
Three-pointers	14-38	16-42
Three-point %	37	38
Free throws	21-25	15-18
Free throw %	84	83
Rebounds	52	42
Offensive rebounds	16	10
Defensive rebounds	36	32
Assists	21	23
Steals	12	6
Blocks	4	8
Turnovers	16	18
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	17
Fast-break points	15	24
Points in the paint	36	36
Fouls	20	24
Largest lead	5	19
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	20	78

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter63-73Jrue Holiday makes 10-foot driving floating jump shot
3rd Quarter65-73Ryan Kalkbrenner makes tip shot
3rd Quarter68-73Grant Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Sion James assists)
3rd Quarter69-73Sion James makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter70-73Sion James makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter70-75Deni Avdija makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
3rd Quarter72-75Ryan Kalkbrenner makes tip in dunk
3rd Quarter73-75Sion James makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter74-75Sion James makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter74-77Robert Williams III makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Deni Avdija assists)
3rd Quarter74-78Deni Avdija makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter74-79Deni Avdija makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter75-79Brandon Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter76-79Brandon Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter78-79Ryan Kalkbrenner makes 1-foot dunk (Kon Knueppel assists)
3rd Quarter78-82Deni Avdija makes 29-foot three point jumper (Scoot Henderson assists)
4th Quarter78-84Jerami Grant makes 6-foot two point shot
4th Quarter80-84LaMelo Ball makes 11-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter82-84LaMelo Ball makes 11-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter82-87Deni Avdija makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot (Donovan Clingan assists)
4th Quarter85-87Josh Green makes 22-foot three point jumper (Grant Williams assists)
4th Quarter88-87LaMelo Ball makes 24-foot three pointer
4th Quarter88-88Jerami Grant makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter88-89Jerami Grant makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter90-89Moussa Diabate makes two point shot
4th Quarter91-89Brandon Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter92-89Brandon Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter92-91Robert Williams III makes tip in dunk
4th Quarter95-91LaMelo Ball makes 27-foot three pointer
4th Quarter95-93Deni Avdija makes driving dunk (Jrue Holiday assists)
4th Quarter95-95Robert Williams III makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter97-95LaMelo Ball makes 12-foot floating jump shot
4th Quarter97-98Toumani Camara makes 26-foot three point jumper (Deni Avdija assists)
4th Quarter98-98Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter99-98Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-98Miles Bridges makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter101-98Miles Bridges makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter102-98Brandon Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter103-98Brandon Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter103-101Scoot Henderson makes 41-foot three pointer (Toumani Camara assists)