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Recap - Hornets Defeat Detroit 117-106

Charlotte earned a 117-106 victory over Detroit on Monday, getting 22 points from Terry Rozier at Spectrum Center.

Bettors who backed the Hornets were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 233.0.

Gordon Hayward had 19 points for Charlotte and Kelly Oubre Jr. chipped in with 18 points. Dennis Smith Jr. had 7 assists for the Hornets, while Mark Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Detroit got 23 points from Hamidou Diallo in a losing cause and another 23 points from James Wiseman. Killian Hayes contributed 10 assists for the Pistons, while Marvin Bagley III had 12 rebounds.

Charlotte led at halftime, 65-46.

Charlotte had a 46-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Charlotte takes its act home to face Phoenix looking for another win. For Detroit, they head home to face Chicago.