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Oklahoma City Thunder at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s Oklahoma City Thunder at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder (49-21) take on the New Orleans Pelicans (44-27) Tuesday with tip-off from Smoothie King Center set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Thunder vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Tied 1-1

OKC had a 4-game winning streak snapped with a 118-93 loss to the Milwaukee Bucks Sunday. G Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had just 12 points on 5-for-12 shooting. It was his lowest point total since his 3rd game of the season Oct. 19. The Thunder sit in 2nd in the West, 1 game behind the Denver Nuggets and a half-game ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The Pels sit in 4th place, 6 1/2 behind the leader and 5 1/2 behind the Thunder. NOLA has won 2 straight, despite being without F Brandon Ingram (knee), and they’re 8-2 over the last 10. F Zion Williamson is carrying the load with 27+ points in 7 of 8.

Thunder at Pelicans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:21 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Thunder -115 (bet $115 to win $100) | Pelicans -105 (bet $105 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Thunder -1.5 (+100) | Pelicans +1.5 (-120)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Thunder at Pelicans key injuries

Thunder

None

Pelicans

F Brandon Ingram (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Thunder at Pelicans and predictions

Prediction

Thunder 111, Pelicans 109

Moneyline

Each team has won on the other’s home court this season, and with Ingram out, I look for that trend to continue. Zion and G CJ McCollum are answering the bell for the Pelicans, but they aren’t getting enough supplemental scoring.

I prefer the spread so PASS.

Against the spread

I like OKC’s side here at even money. They took the last game in New Orleans 107-83. They laid an egg against Milwaukee Sunday, and that’s a little concerning, but for the price you have to go THUNDER -1.5 (+100).

Over/Under

Both teams are 3-7 O/U over the last 10. We’ve had 2 Unders hit this season, and 4 of the last 5 meetings have gone Under.

I like the UNDER 223.5 (-115).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Detroit Pistons odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Detroit Pistons odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (43-27) end their 4-game road trip on Sunday against the Detroit Pistons (12-58). Tip-off at Little Caesars Arena is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Pistons odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pelicans lead 1-0

New Orleans won for the 4th time in its last 5 games on Friday night, 111-88 over the Miami Heat to cover as a 2,5-point underdog while the Under (207.5) cashed. SG CJ McCollum scored 30 points for the 2nd time in his last 4 games and added 7 assists and 5 rebounds. The Pelicans are 2-1 on their current road trip.

The Pistons dropped their 5th game in a row on Friday night, 129-102 to the Boston Celtics. They failed to cover as a 14-point underdog while the Over (223.5) cashed. C James Wiseman finished with a season-high 23 points and had 9 rebounds and 4 assists. Detroit committed 19 turnovers which ended up to be their downfall.

The Pelicans beat the Pistons 125-116 on Nov. 2. They covered the 4.5-point spread and and the Over (215.5) cashed.

Pelicans at Pistons odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:56 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -700 (bet $700 to win $100) | Pistons +500 (bet $100 to win $500)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -11.5 (-115) | Pistons +11.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 213.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Pistons key injuries

Pelicans

No reported injuries

Pistons

PF Taj Gibson (hamstring) out
SF Simone Fontecchio (toe) out
C Jalen Duran (back) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Pistons picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 113, Pistons 100

Moneyline

PASS.

The Pelicans (-700) will win this game, but you should never bet 7 units to win 1 back. You should save your bet for the spread and/or the total.

Against the spread

BET PELICANS -11.5 (-115).

New Orleans has covered the spread in 4 of their last 5 while the Pistons have failed to cover in 4 of their last 5.

The Pelicans are trying to stay inside the top 6 in the Western Conference playoffs and out of the play-in tournament. They sit 2 games ahead of the Sacramento Kings, Phoenix Suns, and Dallas Mavericks who are all tied for the 6th spot. New Orleans cannot afford to drop a free square like this one with a team that is just playing out the string at this point.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 213.5 (-110).

The trends are too good to ignore with this one. The Pelicans and Pistons have played to the Under in 4 of their last 5. New Orleans is 3-7 against the Over in their last 10 while Detroit is 1-6 over their last 7.

I’m all over the Under in this game.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (42-27) visit the Miami Heat (38-31) Friday. Tip from Kaseya Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Heat odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Heat lead 1-0

New Orleans snapped a 3-game winning streak with a 121-106 loss to the Orlando Magic Thursday while failing to cover as a 2.5-point road favorite. G Trey Murphy III scored a team-high 21 points off the bench, and 5 total New Orleans players scored in double figures. The Pelicans shot 53.8% from the field in the loss.

Miami got back in the win column with a 107-104 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers Wednesday, covering as a 3-point road underdog. F Jimmy Butler had a game-high 30 points and was 1 of 4 Miami players to score in double figures. The Heat shot 45.8% from the field in the win.

In their 1st meeting (Feb. 23), Miami covered as a 2-point underdog in a 106-95 win at New Orleans as the Under (220.5) hit. A 4th-quarter melee resulted in suspensions for players from both teams. Pelicans G Jose Alvardo and F Naji Marshall were suspended for 3 games and 1 game, respectively. Heat C Thomas Bryant served a 3-game suspension, while Butler and F Nikola Jovic were each suspended for 1 game.

Pelicans at Heat odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Heat -155 (bet $155 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +3.5 (-115) | Heat -3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 207.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Pelicans at Heat key injuries

Pelicans

(Not yet submitted — below was for Thursday’s game)

None

Heat

C Bam Adebayo (back) questionable
G Tyler Herro (foot) out
C Kevin Love (heel) out
G Duncan Robinson (back) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 109, Heat 104

Moneyline

BET PELICANS (+130).

New Orleans has won 7 of its last 10 games, including 4 of its last 5 on the road. It has a 22-14 road record this season and plays a Miami squad that has a 17-15 home record and has lost back-to-back games in South Florida.

The Pelicans have stepped it up defensively of late holding opponents to 107 or fewer points in 7 of their last 9 games, including 3 of their last 4. The Heat have scored 107 or fewer points in 4 of their last 7 games, including 2 of their last 3.

Dealing with crucial injuries is what will hold Miami back from a win Friday night.

Against the spread

PASS.

The odds are better on the Pelicans to win than to cover.

Over/Under

BET OVER 207.5 (-115).

While both teams have struggled hitting the Over recently, with both sporting a 3-7 Over record in their last 10 games, 207.5 is too low of a total to be confident betting the Under.

The Pelicans have scored 106 or more points in 7 of their last 10 games, including 4 of their last 6 while allowing at least 104 in 4 of their last 5.

The Heat have scored 104 or more points in 7 of their last 10 games and have allowed 104 or more in 6 of their last 10.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Orlando Magic odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Thursday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Orlando Magic odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (42-26) make the 2nd stop on a 4-game road trip Thursday against the Orlando Magic (41-28). Tip-off at the Kia Center in Orlando is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Magic odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: First meeting of 2023-24; Magic swept regular-season series in 2022-23 going 2-0 against the spread (ATS) with the Over-Under 1-1

The Pelicans have won and covered the past 3 games, while going 7-1 straight up (SU) and 6-1-1 ATS in the past 8 outings. The Under is 5-1 in the past 6 contests, while cashing at a 10-2 clip in the previous 12 games.

The Magic enter on a 4-game win and cover streak, while cashing the Under in 3 straight, 5 of the past 6, and 11 of the previous 13 outings.

Orlando has won and covered 3 in a row in this series, while going 8-2 SU/ATS across the past 10 meetings since Feb. 12, 2019. The Under is 2-1 in the past 3 in the series, but the Over is 6-2 across the previous 8 meetings.

Pelicans at Magic odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:48 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -144 (bet $144 to win $100) | Magic +122 (bet $100 to win $122)
Against the spread: Pelicans -3 (-108) | Magic +3 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 207 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Magic key injuries

Pelicans

F Matt Ryan (illness) questionable

Magic

None

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Pelicans at Magic picks and predictions

Prediction

Magic 112, Pelicans 109

Moneyline

The MAGIC (+122) is a strong play as short ‘dogs at home. Orlando has run this series recently, sweeping last season, while going 8-2 SU/ATS in the past 10 in the series since 2019.

And it’s a little curious why Orlando is a home ‘dog. The Magic stroll in on a 4-game heater, also covering each of those outings. True, the winning streak consists of wins over the lowly Brooklyn Nets, Charlotte Hornets and a pair of wins over the Toronto Raptors, so the schedule hasn’t exactly been challenging. But, again, Orlando has dominated this series, too.

Against the spread

The MAGIC +3 (-112) is worth playing at home catching the points, if you just can’t bring yourself to bet them straight up, but feel it will at least be a close game.

If you like Orlando, you should just bet it straight up, though.

Over/Under

OVER 207 (-110) might be the best play on the board.

While the Under has cashed in 3 in a row, and 5 of the past 6 for the boys from O-Town, the schedule has been rather easy. The Pelicans can score, racking up at least 112 points in 7 of the past 10 games. New Orleans plays good defense, and that will be a challenge, but it won’t take much for both of these teams to get to 208 or more points.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Brooklyn Nets odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Brooklyn Nets odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (41-26) visit the Brooklyn Nets (26-42) Tuesday. Tip from Barclays Center is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Nets odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pelicans lead 1-0

The Pelicans have won back-to-back games after beating the Portland Trail Blazers 126-107 Saturday and covering as 13-point home favorites. G CJ McCollum scored a game-high 30 points, and F Zion Williamson had a double-double with 26 points and 10 rebounds. Four of the 5 New Orleans players who scored in double figures had at least 20 points, and the team shot 53.6% from the field in the win.

Brooklyn has dropped 3 in a row after a 122-115 OT loss against the San Antonio Spurs in Austin Sunday, failing to cover as a 2-point underdog. G Cam Thomas had a team-high 31 points, and C Nic Claxton contributed a double-double with 11 points and 14 rebounds. Six Nets players scored in double figures while the team shot 46.1% from the field in the loss.

In their 1st regular-season meeting (Jan. 2), the Pelicans covered as 5.5-point home favorites with a 112-85 victory as the Under (227.5) cashed. New Orleans never trailed in the lopsided win and led by as many as 32.

Pelicans at Nets odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:35 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -300 (bet $300 to win $100) | Nets +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -7.5 (-105) | Nets +7.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 216.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Nets key injuries

Pelicans

F Herbert Jones (back) probable

Nets

F Dorian Finney-Smith (ankle) questionable
G Ben Simmons (back) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Nets picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 114, Nets 105

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Pelicans (-300), who are 7-3 in their last 10 and 21-13 on the road this season, to beat the Nets, who are just 16-18 at home.

Against the spread

BET PELICANS -7.5 (-105).

New Orleans has a 6-2-1 ATS record in its last 9 games and has covered in 3 of its last 4. It is 3-1-1 ATS in its last 5 on the road and faces a Brooklyn team that is just 29-36-3 ATS this season.

Brooklyn has failed to cover in 6 of its last 8 games, including 3 in a row.

Over/Under

BET OVER 216.5 (-110).

While the Pelicans have hit the Under in 8 of their last 10 games, they have scored at least 112 points in 7 of their last 9. They have allowed at least 103 points in each of their last 4 and 6 of their last 10.

The Nets have hit the Over in 8 of their last 10 games. They have scored at least 106 points in 3 of their last 4 games and at least 112 in 6 of their last 10. Brooklyn has allowed 114 or more points in each of its last 3 as well.

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Portland Trail Blazers at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Portland Trail Blazers at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Portland Trail Blazers (19-47) take on the New Orleans Pelicans (40-26) Saturday with tip-off from Smoothie King Center set for 7 p.m. ET . Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Trail Blazers vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pelicans lead 1-0

The Blazers come to town after trading wins and losses the last 4 games. The most recent was a 105-93 loss to the New York Knicks Thursday. They pushed as 12-point dogs. C Deandre Ayton went off for 31 points and 14 boards. Portland is just 4-6 over its last 10 but are 6-3-1 ATS.

The Pelicans narrowly covered as 7-point favorites in a 112-104 W over the LA Clippers Friday. F Zion Williamson had 34 points and 7 boards as he has gone for 30+ in 2 straight. NOLA sits in 5th place in the West, just 2 games behind the Clippers for 4th.

Trail Blazers at Pelicans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 4:05 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Trail Blazers +650 (bet $100 to win $650) | Pelicans -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Trail Blazers +13.5 (-115) | Pelicans -13.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Trail Blazers at Pelicans key injuries

Trail Blazers

G Malcolm Brogdon (elbow) out
F Jerami Grant (hamstring) doubtful
G Shaedon Sharpe (abdominal) out
G Anfernee Simons (knee) probable
G Matisse Thybulle (ankle) questionable
F Jabari Walker (hip) questionable

Pelicans

G Dyson Daniels (knee) out
G Herbert Jones (hip) questionable
F Larry Nance Jr. (illness) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Trail Blazers at Pelicans and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 110, Trail Blazers 100

Moneyline

There is no play on the ML here, but there is a solid prop to consider.

DEANDRE AYTON OVER 19.5 POINTS (-125) is ripe for the picking. He has gone for 20+ in 4 straight games, and he dropped 30 in 3 of them.

Against the spread

We mentioned in the opener that Portland is 6-3-1 ATS in its last 10. The Blazers kept it within 9 in the lone meeting against the Pels this season.

This is a big number for a New Orleans team on a back-to-back with Ayton in the kind of groove he’s in. TAKE TRAIL BLAZERS +13.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Pels are 1-9 O/U over the last 10, and Portland is 5-5. The Over has cashed just twice in the last 10 meetings between the teams. It’s a small number, but Portland doesn’t have the firepower to hold up its end.

BET UNDER 215.5 (-110).

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LA Clippers at New Orleans Pelicans odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s LA Clippers at New Orleans Pelicans odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The LA Clippers (42-23) take on the New Orleans Pelicans (39-26) Friday with tip-off from Smoothie King Center set for 8 p.m. ET . Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Clippers vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pelicans lead 2-1

The Clippers routed the Chicago Bulls 126-111 Thursday night without G James Harden (shoulder). F Paul George led the way with 28 points with 7 assists, and he shot 6-for-7 from 3-point land. G Kawhi Leonard shrugged off back spasms from the previous game to drop 27 points. The Clippers are 5-5 over the last 10 and sit in 4th place in the West — 3 games up on the Pels.

The Pelicans snapped a 4-game winning streak with a dud against the Cleveland Cavaliers Wednesday night. The Cavs won 116-95 as 5.5-point dogs. F Zion Williamson had 33 points and 9 boards. F Brandon Ingram had 20, but the rest of the team scored just 42 points. This is an important game in order to sneak into the top 4 in the conference.

Clippers at Pelicans odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:30 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Clippers +240 (bet $100 to win $240) | Pelicans -300 (bet $300 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Clippers +7.5 (-115) | Pelicans -7.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 217.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Clippers at Pelicans key injuries

Clippers

(Not yet submitted — below was for Thursday’s game)

G James Harden (shoulder) out
G Russell Westbrook (hand) out

Pelicans

G Dyson Daniels (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Clippers at Pelicans and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 112, Pelicans 110

Moneyline

I get the allure of the Pelicans here. The Clippers are on the road on the back end of a back-to-back. But I don’t think the Clippers should be +240 against anyone. Harden may sit again, but Kawhi and PG13 are still enough to lock Ingram down and slow Zion.

This is a risk, but it’s one that can be worth 2.4x your trouble.

LEAN CLIPPERS +240.

Against the spread

If you’re opting for the value on the Clips ML, I’d usually advise against hedging the spread in case they don’t show up. This time, though, I like the 7.5-point cushion. The Pelicans routed the Clippers in their own building last time out, but PG13 was just 3-for-15 from the floor. He has a hot hand, and I don’t see that repeating.

Take the CLIPPERS +7.5 (-115).

Over/Under

The Pels are 2-8 O/U over the last 10, and the Clippers are 5-5. The Over is just 3-7 in the last 10. Neither team plays at a blistering pace, and with LA on no rest, I’ll take the UNDER 217.5 (-105).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Atlanta Hawks odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Atlanta Hawks odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The Atlanta Hawks (29-34) welcome the New Orleans Pelicans (38-25) to State Farm Arena Sunday. Tip is set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Hawks odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Hawks lead 1-0

The Hawks beat the Memphis Grizzlies 99-92 on the road Friday, covering as 3.5-point favorites. Atlanta has won 3 straight games and 5 of its last 7. The Hawks have covered in each win, closing as a favorite in 4 of those 5. They are 22-41 against the spread (ATS) on the season.

The Pelicans beat the Philadelphia 76ers 103-95 Friday, pushing as 8-point road favorites. New Orleans has won 3 straight yet just 4 of its last 7. The Pelicans are 3-3-1 ATS in that 7-game stretch. They are 34-27-2 ATS on the season. New Orleans is led by F Zion Williamson, who is averaging 22 points per game.

Pelicans at Hawks odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -270 (bet $270 to win $100) | Hawks +220 (bet $100 to win $220)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -7 (-110) | Hawks +7 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 220.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Hawks key injuries

Pelicans

None

Hawks

G Kobe Bufkin (toe) out
F Jalen Johnson (ankle) out
G Dejounte Murray (calf) probable
C Onyeka Onkongwu (toe) out
G Trae Young (finger) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Hawks picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 112, Hawks 107

Moneyline

PASS.

The Pelicans (-270) have far more playmaking options and fewer injuries. They should be able to come out on top on the road in this one, but they aren’t worth taking at -270.

Against the spread

BET HAWKS +7 (-110).

Atlanta has played the last 7 games without its leading scorer Young, who also has notable struggles on the defensive end. The Hawks are 5-2 ATS over that span, including 3-0 straight up and ATS at home. One of those wins was an 11-point victory over the Cavaliers.

The Pelicans are 3-3-1 ATS in their last 7 games overall and over their last 7 on the road. Considering how well Atlanta has played without Young, take HAWKS +7 (-110).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 220.5 (-110).

Young is the main driver for the Hawks offense, and without him, the Hawks have scored 109 or fewer in 3 of their last 7. Atlanta has gone Under in 5 of those 7 games which he has recently missed.

The Pelicans are 1-6 O/U in their last 7 games, allowing under 98 points in 3 of their last 5. With those trends in mind, take UNDER 220.5 (-110).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Philadelphia 76ers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (37-25) face the Philadelphia 76ers (35-27) Friday. Tip-off from Wells Fargo Center is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. 76ers odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: New Orleans leads 1-0 with a 124-114 home win on Nov. 29 as 2.5-point favorites while the Over (228.5) hit

New Orleans routed the Toronto Raptors 139-98 Tuesday while covering as a 9.5-point road favorite. G Trey Murphy III scored 34 points off the bench in the win, leading 7 double-digit scorers for New Orleans. The Pelicans have won back-to-back games and have covered the spread in 3 of their last 4.

Philadelphia lost 115-109 to the Memphis Grizzlies Wednesday while failing to cover as a 4-point home favorite. The 76ers had 6 players score in double figures, including G Kelly Oubre Jr. who led the way with 25 points off the bench. Philly shot only 38.2% from the field and was outrebounded 54-47. The 76ers have lost back-to-back games, failing to score over 110 points in both losses.

Pelicans at 76ers odds

Provided by FanDuel Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated Thursday at 11:36 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -290 (bet $290 to win $100) | 76ers +235 (bet $100 to win $235)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -7.5 (-110) | 76ers +7.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at 76ers key injuries

Pelicans

C Cody Zeller (face) available

76ers

F Robert Covington (knee) out
G Tyrese Maxey (concussion) out
G De’Anthony Melton (back) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at 76ers picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 118, 76ers 110

Moneyline

PASS.

New Orleans (-290) should pick up the win, especially given all of Philadelphia’s injuries, but the Pelicans are not worth the risk of betting on as such heavy favorites. Bet on the spread and/or total instead.

Against the spread

BET PELICANS -7.5 (-110).

The Pelicans have covered the spread in 3 of their last 4 games and are 34-27-1 ATS this season. Philly is only 3-7 ATS in its last 10.

New Orleans is also 3-1 ATS in its last 4 matchups with the Sixers, being 7-2-1 ATS in the last 10 meetings.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 224.5 (-110).

The Over has hit in back-to-back games for Philadelphia and is 3-1 in Philly’s last 4 games. The Over is also 34-27-1 for the Sixers this season. The Over has also hit in 4 consecutive Pelicans-Sixers meetings and in 6 of their last 10 meetings.

This is only a lean because the Under is 7-3 in New Orleans’ last 10 and is 34-28 for the Pelicans this season.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Toronto Raptors odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

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The New Orleans Pelicans (36-25) visit the Toronto Raptors (23-38) on Tuesday. Tip from Scotiabank Arena is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Raptors odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Pelicans lead 1-0 with 138-100 win in New Orleans on Feb. 5

The Pelicans knocked dominated the Pacers 129-102 on Friday to cover as 5.5-point home favorites. F Brandon Ingram scored a game-high 34 points on 13-of-21 shooting while G Trey Murphy III added 28 off the bench. Four New Orleans players scored in double figures while the team shot 55.8% from the field and 46.9% from 3.

Toronto snapped a 2-game losing streak with a 111-106 win over the Hornets on Sunday while failing to cover as a 7.5-point home favorite. G RJ Barrett scored a team-high 23 points while G Immanuel Quickley had a double-double (22 points, 11 assists) as 6 Raptors scored in double figures while the team shot 46.2% from the field.

Pelicans at Raptors odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:09 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans -450 (bet $450 to win $100) | Raptors +340 (bet $100 to win $340)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans -9.5 (-105) | Raptors +9.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Pelicans at Raptors key injuries

Pelicans

G Dyson Daniels (knee) out

Raptors

F Scottie Barnes (hand) out
F Bruce Brown (knee) out
C Jakob Poeltl (finger) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Raptors picks and predictions

Prediction

Pelicans 119, Raptors 107

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Pelicans (-450), who are 18-13 on the road, to beat a banged up Raptors team that is 13-18 at home.

Against the spread

BET PELICANS -9.5 (-105).

The Pelicans are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 road games while playing as favorites and are 2-1 ATS in their last 3 overall. They have a 33-27-1 ATS record this season.

The Raptors are 29-32 ATS this season and 0-3 ATS in their last 3 games along with 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games. Dealing with injuries, including Barnes, Toronto will not have the manpower to keep up with a strong Pelicans squad.

Over/Under

BET UNDER 228.5 (-110).

The Pelicans and the Raptors have each hit the Under 7 times in their last 10 overall. New Orleans has hit the Under in 5 straight and has held opponents to 114 or fewer points in 7 of its last 9 while scoring 115 or fewer in 6 of their last 9.

Toronto has hit the Under in back-to-back games and in 6 of their last 8 at home. They have scored 111 or fewer in 5 of their last 10.

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