Hornets vs. Magic odds, line, spread: 2022 NBA picks, Jan. 14 predictions from proven computer model

The Charlotte Hornets and the Orlando Magic will play each other on Friday at 7 p.m. ET at the Spectrum Center. Charlotte is 23-19 overall and 12-5 at home, while Orlando is 7-35 overall, 5-20 on the road. The Hornets have won four consecutive games, whereas the Magic have lost 10 straight.

SportsLine's computer model has set its sights on Hornets vs. Magic. The model is using its advanced computer simulations to pick the winner.

Hornets beat the Philadelphia 76ers 109-98 on Wednesday. Gordon Hayward had 30 points and seven assists. Miles Bridges had 21 points. Terry Rozier scored 22 points for the Hornets. Kelly Oubre Jr. is in the league's health and safety protocols.

Orlando Magic lost 112-106 to Washington Wizards on Wednesday. The Magic haven't won a game since Dec. 22. Mo Bamba is questionable for Friday's game, while Wendell Carter Jr. is out.

Magic vs. Hornets is a game SportsLine's computer model simulates 10,000 times and it leans under. The model has also generated a point-spread pick that hits in well over 50 percent of simulations.