The Los Angeles Lakers (45-13) will travel to the Smoothie King Center to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (26-33) on Sunday night. Tip-off for this game is set for 8 p.m. E.T. We analyze the Lakers-Pelicans sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.
Lakers at Pelicans: Key injuries
Lakers:
- SG Danny Green (hip) questionable
Pelicans:
- SG J.J. Redick (hamstring) out
- SG Kenrich Williams (back) out
- SF Darius Miller (Achilles) out
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Lakers at Pelicans: Odds, lines, picks, and betting tips
NBA odds courtesy of BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports for a full list. Odds last updated at 11:05 a.m. E.T.
Prediction
Pelicans 114, Lakers 112
Moneyline (ML)
The Lakers (-115) are playing their second road game in back-to-back nights, but they are still road moneyline favorites over the PELICANS (-106) on Sunday evening. With the Lakers missing SG Danny Green and having an older roster, it wouldn’t be a shock to see them come out somewhat flat in New Orleans. And given the value here, take the Pelicans to win at home.
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Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
The PELICANS +1.5 (-115) are one basket underdogs to the Lakers on Sunday evening. New Orleans has played well, as of late, winning six of their last eight games. One of their two losses during that stretch was to the Lakers in Los Angeles. But it’s worth mentioning that the Lakers are 1-5 ATS in their last six games in New Orleans. Take the Pelicans and the points at the Smoothie King Arena.
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Over/Under (O/U)
The point total for this Western Conference matchup is set at 235.5, which feels a bit high considering both teams will likely be without their sharpshooting guards. This should be a fun back and forth game, but look for the UNDER (-110) to hit despite both sides averaging near 115 points per game this season.
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