The Denver Nuggets have lost eight of their last nine games, but a home game against Charlotte looks like a good spot for them to turn things around. The Hornets lost to the Spurs on Wednesday, and they've struggled on the road all season long.

Here are my keys to the game:

1. Home Cookin' - The Nuggets are 12-12 at home this season, while the Hornets are 7-14 on the road. Denver has covered the spread in five of it's last six home meetings with Charlotte.

2. Injuries - The Hornets have lost starting PG Kemba Walker for at least six weeks while he recovers from knee surgery.

3. X-Factor - The Nuggets are 6-2-1 ATS in their last 9 games playing on 1 days rest.

Selection: This is a play on the Denver Nuggets (8*)