Pelicans vs. Thunder: Odds, Picks, and Predictions for New Orleans Showdown
The New Orleans Pelicans (12-36) will face the Oklahoma City Thunder (37-10) on Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET. The matchup will take place at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Pelicans vs. Thunder Overview
This contest marks the third meeting between the two teams this season, with the Thunder currently leading the series 2-0.
Recent Performances
- The Pelicans recently secured a 104-95 victory against the San Antonio Spurs, triumphing as 11.5-point underdogs.
- New Orleans has shown improved performance, covering the spread in three of their last four games.
- The Thunder, however, suffered a narrow loss to the Toronto Raptors, with a final score of 103-101, failing to cover as 11-point favorites.
Key Players
Both teams feature standout players. For the Pelicans, forwards Saddiq Bey and Zion Williamson each contributed 24 points and 10 rebounds in their latest win. Meanwhile, Thunder superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 24 points in his recent outing against the Raptors.
Betting Odds
As provided by BetMGM Sportsbook, the betting odds for the Pelicans vs. Thunder match are as follows:
| Market | Odds |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Pelicans +575, Thunder -900 |
| Against the Spread (ATS) | Pelicans +14.5 (-110), Thunder -14.5 (-110) |
| Over/Under | 233.5 (O: -110 | U: -110) |
Injury Updates
Injuries may impact the game’s outcome. Key injuries include:
- Pelicans: G Dejounte Murray (Achilles) – out
- Thunder: G Alex Caruso (adductor) – out
- C Isaiah Hartenstein (calf) – out
- G Ajay Mitchell (abdominal) – out
- G Cason Wallace (hip) – questionable
- F Jalen Williams (hamstring) – out
Predictions for the Game
Experts predict the Thunder will likely win with a projected score of 120-108. Despite the Thunder’s potential to win, they have struggled against the spread lately, going just 4-8 ATS in their last 12 games.
On the other hand, the Pelicans have performed well against the spread, particularly as underdogs. They have covered 4-2 in their past six games.
Betting Recommendations
- Consider betting on Pelicans +14.5 (-110) as they are more competitive lately.
- Bet on the Over for 233.5 (-110), given both teams’ recent scoring ability.
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