Expert Model Reveals NBA Predictions for Pelicans vs Lakers Showdown
Expert Model Reveals NBA Predictions for Pelicans vs Lakers Showdown: Basketball fans are gearing up for a thrilling Western Conference showdown as the Los Angeles Lakers take on the New Orleans Pelicans. The tip-off is set for 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers enter the matchup with a strong 38-21 overall record, including an impressive 23-7 mark on their home court. Meanwhile, the Pelicans are 17-44 overall and struggling on the road with a 6-25 record.
Both teams enter this game with confidence. The Pelicans have won four of their last five games, while the Lakers are riding a six-game winning streak. According to the latest Sportsline consensus odds, Los Angeles is favored by 8.5 points, with the over/under set at 229. The Lakers are projected to have a team-high 118.5 points, while the Pelicans are projected to have a team-high 109.5.
Before placing a bet, bettors can consider insights from Sportsline’s advanced computer model. The model simulates every NBA game 10,000 times and has returned more than $10,000 to bettors on $100 of the highest-rated NBA picks over the past six-plus seasons. Entering Week 20 of the 2024-25 NBA season, the model is 147-107 for all of the highest-rated picks, generating nearly $4,000 in return. Additionally, it has been very accurate on spread bets this season, hitting 64% (18-10).
Lakers vs. Pelicans Betting Odds
Over/Under: 229 points
Spread: Lakers -8.5
Money Line: Lakers -356, Pelicans +282
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Why the Lakers Can Cover the Spread The Lakers extended their winning streak to six games with a hard-fought 108-102 victory over the Clippers on Sunday. Luka Doncic led the way with 29 points and nine assists, while Dalton Nekt contributed 19 points on a 7-for-10 shooting performance.
LeBron James also played a key role, finishing with 17 points, nine assists, five rebounds, two steals and a block. James has been a force to be reckoned with this season, averaging 24.8 points, 8.6 assists and 8.0 rebounds per game. The Lakers have also been strong against the spread, covering five of their last six games and four of their last five March contests.
Why the Pelicans can cover the spread The Pelicans won 128-121 over the Jazz on Sunday, marking their fifth straight win over Utah. Kelly Olynyk had a stellar performance, scoring 26 points and grabbing nine rebounds, while Zion Williamson added 24 points and nine assists.
New Orleans has been solid against Western Conference opponents, winning five of their last seven matchups. The Pelicans are averaging 111.0 points per game and will look to continue their recent momentum in this matchup against the Lakers.
Lakers vs. Pelicans Expert Predictions Sportsline ran 10,000 simulations of this game and the results are in. The model is leaning toward the under on total points and also identified a strong point-spread pick that hit more than 50% of its simulations. To see the full prediction, visit Sportsline.
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