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New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and predictions

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

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The New Orleans Pelicans (45-32) visit the Phoenix Suns (46-31) on Sunday with tip-off from Footprint Center set for 6 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Pelicans vs. Suns odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Season series: Suns lead 2-0 with a pair of double-digit wins in New Orleans

New Orleans has lost 4 games in a row after falling 111-109 against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday while failing to cover as an 11.5-point home favorite. G CJ McCollum scored a game-high 31 points as the Pelicans shot 51.2% from the field in the loss.

Phoenix has won 3 games in a row after beating the Minnesota Timberwolves 97-87 on Friday as a 4.5-point home favorite. G Grayson Allen scored a game-high 23 points, F Kevin Durant added 22 and C Jusuf Nurkic had a double-double (11 points, 15 rebounds). The Suns shot 43.4% from the field in the win.

Pelicans at Suns odds

Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:50 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Pelicans +220 (bet $100 to win $220) | Suns -275 (bet $275 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +6.5 (-110) | Suns -6.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Pelicans at Suns key injuries

Pelicans

G Jose Alvarado (oblique) questionable
F Brandon Ingram (knee) out
F Naji Marshall (shoulder) questionable
F Zion Williamson (finger) questionable

Suns

None

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

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Pelicans at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 121, Pelicans 113

Moneyline

PASS.

There is no value on the Suns (-275), who are 24-14 at home this season and 7-3 in their last 10 overall to beat the Pelicans (+220) who have lost 4 games in a row.

Against the spread

BET SUNS -6.5 (-110).

New Orleans is just 3-7 ATS in its last 10 games and has failed to cover in 6 of its last 7. It has failed to cover in 2 of its last 3 games as an underdog and 2 of its last 3 games on the road.

Phoenix is 7-3 ATS in its last 10 games and has covered in each of its last 3. It has also covered in 4 straight games at home and in 5 of its last 7 games as a favorite.

Over/Under

BET OVER 222.5 (-105).

The Pelicans have hit the Over in 3 games in a row. They have scored 109 or more points in 5 of their last 8 games and have given up 111 or more points in each of their last 3 games.

The Suns have scored 122 points in 2 of their last 3 games and 115 or more in 6 of their last 10. They have allowed 111 or more points in 2 of their last 4.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns Game 2 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Tuesday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns Game 2 and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 1 seed Phoenix Suns (1-0) host the No. 8 seed New Orleans Pelicans (0-1) Tuesday for Game 2 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series. Tip-off at the Footprint Center is set for 10 p.m. ET (TNT). Below, we look at the Pelicans vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

Phoenix handled business in a 110-99 win versus NOLA Sunday in Game 1, but barely covered as 10-point closing favorites. Suns’ future Hall of Fame PG Chris Paul went nuclear in the fourth quarter, scoring 19 of his 30 points in the final frame on 7-of-8 shooting (3-for-4 from behind the arc).

The Suns are 6-2 straight up (SU) and against the spread (ATS) versus the Pelicans since acquiring CP3 in 2020. One of Phoenix’s SU and ATS losses to NOLA was earlier this year when Paul was out with an injury.

Pelicans at Suns odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:50 p.m. ET.

Money line (ML): Pelicans +420 (bet $100 to win $420) | Suns -600 (bet $600 to win $100)
Against the spread: Pelicans +9.5 (-110) | Suns -9.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 221.5 (O: -107 | U: -115)

Pelicans at Suns key injuries

Pelicans

None

Suns

None

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Pelicans at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 112, Pelicans 106

Money line

PASS with a “lean” toward the Pelicans (+420) because the payout is so fat and I like NOLA to cover the spread.

After getting stomped in the first half of Game 1, the Pelicans rallied back to within 6 points of the Suns and shot 54.3% from the field in the second half.

Furthermore, I don’t think the Pelicans get swept because their edge in the rebounding battle is big enough for NOLA to steal at least one game. The Pelicans have a plus-3.4 rebound-per-game margin and were plus-20 in rebounds versus the Suns for Game 1.

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Against the spread

BET the PELICANS +9.5 (-110) because of their aforementioned edge on the glass and there’s reverse line movement (RLM) headed toward NOLA in the betting market.

According to Pregame.com, more than 85% of the action is on the Suns -9.5 (-110), but Phoenix has been lowered from a 10-point opening favorite. It’s sketchy when the sportsbooks make the more popular side cheaper.

The RLM is more suspect in this matchup considering Phoenix was in control of Game 1 from the opening tip and was up as many as 23 points.

Also, I like NOLA’s chances at winning two of the “four factors” such as rebounding and free-throw attempt margins.

If NOLA can be more aggressive at attacking the basket and convert more on second-chance opportunities then the PELICANS +9.5 (-110) should cash.

Over/Under

PASS with a “lean” toward the Under 221.5 (-115) since the Pelicans are 9-24 O/U as road underdogs and the Suns are 0-6 O/U in their last 6 games.

Also, there’s more money on the Under but more bets have been placed on the Over, according to Pregame.com. This suggests the professional bettors are on the Under since sharps wager more money than your average Joe.

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New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns Game 1 odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns Game 1 odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The No. 1 seed Phoenix Suns begin their playoff run Sunday, hoping to return to the NBA Finals for the second year in a row. They open the first round of the NBA playoffs at home against the New Orleans Pelicans, who earned the No. 8 seed after coming out of the play-in games. Tip-off is 9 p.m. ET at Footprint Center (on TNT). Below, we look at the Pelicans vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Pelicans finished the regular season in ninth place. They defeated the San Antonio Spurs 113-103 Wednesday and then the Los Angeles Clippers 105-101 Friday in the play-in tournament to make the playoffs. F Brandon Ingram had 30 points in the win over the Clippers.

The Suns finished the regular season with a franchise-record 64 wins, earning them the best record in the NBA and clinching home-court advantage throughout the postseason. They finished the season winning 11 of their final 15 games. With identical 32-9 records at home and on the road, they had the league’s best record in both categories.

Pelicans at Suns odds and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:18 p.m. ET.

Money line: Pelicans +440 (bet $100 to win $440) | Suns -650 (bet $650 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +10.5 (-112) | Suns -10.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

Pelicans at Suns key injuries

Pelicans

PF Zion Williamson (foot) out

Suns

SG Landry Shamet (foot) questionable

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Pelicans at Suns picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 122, Pelicans 104

Money line

PASS.

The Suns (-650) had the league’s best home record, while the Pelicans went 17-24 on the road. The Suns are at full strength and rested, while the Pelicans had to play two games just to get here.

The Suns won three of four games in the head-to-head, regular-season series, and I expect them to win Sunday, but the -650 price doesn’t make sense as a single bet. You can include a Suns money line play in a parlay bet.

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Against the spread

Each of the Suns’ three regular-season wins over the Pelicans were by 12 points or more. The one Pelicans’ win was when the Suns were missing PG Chris Paul and PG Cameron Payne.

The Suns went 19-22 ATS at home this season. The Pelicans were 20-21 ATS on the road in the regular season.

The Pelicans are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games. The Suns, while resting starters down the stretch, went 5-5 ATS in their last 10.

Take SUNS -10.5 (-108).

Over/Under

Two of the four games between the two stayed under 220. The other two were 233 and 246 points.

The Suns averaged 117.7 points per game after the All-Star break.

Expect a rested Suns team to roll offensively.

Take OVER 224.5 (-108).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

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

The Phoenix Suns (49-10) are back in action Friday when they host the New Orleans Pelicans (23-36). Tip-off will be at 9 p.m. ET from Footprint Center. Below, we look at the Pelicans vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

This will be the Pelicans’ first game since the All-Star break as they look to snap their current two-game losing skid. The Pels went into the break having lost four of their last five games after winning four straight from Feb. 1-8.

New Orleans has struggled from the field this season, making just 44.7% of its field goal attempts (25th in the NBA) and shooting 32.8% from deep (27th). The Pelicans are getting outscored 109.5-106.3 on average and will now face the highest-scoring offense in the NBA — although the Suns will be without PG Chris Paul after he injured his thumb.

The Suns crushed the Oklahoma City Thunder 124-104 Thursday as they padded the best record in basketball. Phoenix sits 6.5 games ahead of the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference.

Losing Paul to a thumb injury definitely hurts, but this Suns team is well-equipped to survive his absence thanks to SG Devin Booker, C Deandre Ayton and SF Mikal Bridges. Booker leads the team with 25.5 points per game, and Ayton is averaging a double-double with 16.2 points and 10.2 rebounds.

Pelicans at Suns odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 2:36 p.m. ET.

Money line: Pelicans +205 (bet $100 to win $205) | Suns -260 (bet $260 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +6.5 (-120) | Suns -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 229.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

Pelicans at Suns key injuries

Pelicans

None

Suns (not officially submitted)

G Chris Paul (thumb) out
G Cameron Payne (wrist) questionable

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Pelicans at Suns odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 117, Pelicans 108

Money line

This will be the Suns’ second game without Paul and while it’s obviously a blow to the team as a whole, they didn’t show any ill effects from his absence Thursday. They beat the Thunder by 20 points, with Booker, Bridges and PF Cameron Johnson all scoring at least 21 points each.

I like the SUNS (-260) to win this one but I’d much rather bet on them to cover the spread.

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Against the spread

The Suns have been quite good when it comes to covering the spread this season, going 33-26 ATS. They’re only 1-2 ATS in their last three, but if you zoom out a bit more, they’re 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games. The Pelicans are also 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games but they’ve failed to cover in four of their last five, including four games as underdogs.

The Suns are 5-1 ATS in their last six games against the Pelicans, a trend that I think will continue. Take the SUNS -6.5 (-105) to cover.

Over/Under

Not only have the Pelicans struggled on offense this season, but they have the ninth-worst defensive rating, and allow the eighth-highest field goal percentage to opponents.

I see the Suns having an efficient game offensively but the Pelicans won’t carry their weight and will struggle to push this total over the line. Bet the UNDER 229.5 (-108).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

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

The New Orleans Pelicans (1-6) kick off a four-game road trip that starts with the Phoenix Suns (2-3) Tuesday night. They tip off at 10 p.m. ET at Footprint Arena. Below, we look at the Pelicans vs. Suns odds and lines, and make our expert NBA picks, predictions and bets.

The Pelicans have lost three games in a row for the second time this season. They have not yet had F Zion Williamson, as he has been out with a foot injury to start the year. During their current three-game skid, they have lost by a total of 13 points.

The Suns picked up their first home win of the year over the Cleveland Cavaliers Saturday night. G Devin Booker had his best game so far this season with 27 points and nine assists.

Pelicans at Suns odds, spread and lines

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:11 a.m. ET.

Money line: Pelicans +550 (bet $100 to win $550) | Suns -850 (bet $850 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Pelicans +11.5 (-112) | Suns -11.5 (-108)
Over/Under (O/U): 215.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Pelicans at Suns key injuries

Pelicans

F Zion Williamson (hip) out
G Devonte’ Graham (abductor) questionable
G Garrett Temple (ankle) questionable
F Brandon Ingram (hip) questionable

Suns

C Deandre Ayton (leg) questionable
G Cameron Payne (hamstring) out

Pelicans at Suns odds, lines, picks and predictions

Prediction

Suns 111, Pelicans 103

Money line

PASS on the money line. Being without Williamson and perhaps Ingram, the Pelicans don’t have the firepower to take down last season’s Western Conference champs, so the potential upset isn’t really there.

However, as inconsistently as the Suns have played early in the season, it doesn’t make sense to risk as much money as it takes for a decent ML wager on them either.

Against the spread

The Pelicans are a respectable 4-3 ATS on the season, while the Suns have the worst record against the spread at 1-4 ATS.

The 11.5-point spread in tonight’s game is the largest the Pelicans have faced. They are 2-1 ATS on the road.

Phoenix has not yet covered the spread as the favorite yet this season. I do not anticipate the Suns losing to a shorthanded Pelicans team, but I also do not anticipate a blowout, as that has not been the Suns this season so far.

Take the PELICANS +11.5 (-112).

Over/Under

The Suns have had only one game this season go Over the projected total. The Pelicans are 2-4-1 O/U this season.

With Payne out for the Suns, they do not have the pace they usually run with the second unit. The Suns will limit the Pelicans and come away with an unconvincing win, but it will not be a high-scoring one.

Take UNDER 215.5 (-112).

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New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns odds, picks and prediction

Previewing Tuesday’s New Orleans Pelicans at Phoenix Suns NBA betting odds and lines, with basketball picks, tips and predictions.

The New Orleans Pelicans (2-1) play the Phoenix Suns (2-1) Tuesday at PHX Arena at 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze the Pelicans-Suns NBA betting odds and lines, with picks and predictions.

Pelicans at Suns: Betting odds, spread and lines

Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated at 3:30 p.m. ET.

Money line: Pelicans +215 (bet $100 to win $215) | Suns -140 (bet $140 to win $100)
Against the spread/ATS: Pelicans +2.5 (-110) | Suns -2.5 (-110)
Over/Under: 221.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

Pelicans at Suns: Key Injuries

Pelicans

No one that alters the gambling lines

Suns

No one that alters the gambling lines

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Pelicans at Suns: Odds, betting lines, predictions and picks

Prediction

Pelicans 116, Suns 111

Money line (ML)

We’re only three games into the NBA season but it’s astounding that Pelicans-Suns is a meeting between the first- and second-best scoring defenses in the NBA.

I do think New Orleans defense is more legitimate at this juncture since they held the San Antonio Spurs below 100 points and gave them their first loss of the season, played the 2019-20 Eastern Conference champion Miami Heat Sunday (111-98 loss) and held the Toronto Raptors to fewer than 100 points Dec. 23.

The Suns played the Sacramento Kings in back-to-back games coming into Tuesday (the Kings were 22nd last season in points per game) and held them to a total of 206 points. They held a Dallas Mavericks team which was No. 1 in offensive rating last season to just 102 points in their first game of the year.

My reasons for having more faith in the Pelicans defense is because starting PG Lonzo Ball is a top defensive guard, who’s ascending whereas Suns PG Chris Paul is 35. New Orleans’ offseason acquisition of elite defensive C Steven Adams is already paying dividends, as well.

Also, there’s a very legitimate argument about who’s the best player in this game between Pelicans SF Brandon Ingram and Suns SG Devin Booker. My preference is Ingram because outside of the top stars of the NBA, no one has Ingram’s offensive versatility. Furthermore, I give Pelicans SG Eric Bledsoe a much better chance of disrupting Booker than Suns SF Mikal Bridges vs. Ingram.

Let’s SPRINKLE on PELICANS (+115) for a quarter-unit with the plan of hitting the spread harder.

Against the spread (ATS)

The bulk of my handicap sits above this section but I have one more little factor to consider: Pelicans-Suns is a Pros vs. Joes spot. According to Pregame.com, 68% of the money is on the Pelicans while 57% of the bets placed are with the Suns.

Generally, the money column is the sharp side and the tickets/bets column is the public money. Let’s follow the money and TAKE PELICANS +2.5 (-110) for 1.5 units before this ticks down even more.

Over/Under (O/U)

Like the ATS market in Pelicans-Suns, this is a Pros vs. Joes situation with the money coming in on the Under but more bets on the Over. I’m torn so I’ll PASS with a slight lean on the Over 221.5 (-110).

I know I just talked about following the money but my feeling is we see some awesome offense between these two organizations that are seemingly getting their ducks in a row.

I doubt the Pelicans’ and Suns’ defensive efficiency will stay as well-rated throughout the season, so I am fine with just playing the Pelicans side and laying off the total.

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