San Antonio Spurs (10-38) vs New Orleans Pelicans (27-21)
Game Info: Friday, February 2, 2024 at 8:00 pm (Frost Bank Center)
Betting Odds: San Antonio Spurs +7.5 -- Over/Under: 237.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
The New Orleans Pelicans need a win after losing 5 of their last 7 games. The San Antonio Spurs need a win after losing 4 of their last 6 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs prediction.
New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans recently lost to the Bucks and Celtics, while beating the Rockets. The New Orleans Pelicans are averaging 116.5 points on 48.7 percent shooting and allowing 112.9 points on 46.3 percent shooting. Zion Williamson is averaging 22 points and 5.5 rebounds, while Brandon Ingram is averaging 21.5 points and 5 rebounds. CJ McCollum is the third double-digit scorer and Jonas Valanciunas is grabbing 9.7 rebounds. The New Orleans Pelicans are shooting 37.9 percent from beyond the arc and 76.4 percent from the free throw line. The New Orleans Pelicans are allowing 34.5 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.6 rebounds per game.
San Antonio Spurs Betting Preview
The San Antonio Spurs are coming off losses to the Wizards and Magic. The San Antonio Spurs are averaging 112.6 points on 46.2 percent shooting and allowing 121.1 points on 48.9 percent shooting. Victor Wembanyama is averaging 20.6 points and 10.1 rebounds, while Devin Vassell is averaging 18.4 points and 3.6 assists. Keldon Johnson is the third double-digit scorer and Zach Collins is grabbing 5.7 rebounds. The San Antonio Spurs are shooting 34.5 percent from beyond the arc and 78.2 percent from the free throw line. The San Antonio Spurs are allowing 38.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43 rebounds per game.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Spurs rank 30th in the league for Q3 points per game this season (27.1).
- The Spurs rank 29th in the league for opponent rebounds per game this season (46.2).
- The Pelicans rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals attempts per game this season (39.4).
- The Pelicans rank 1st in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (26.3).
New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs prediction
The New Orleans Pelicans probably still win this game, but they've been in a funk these last couple of weeks and could be without Nance, Williamson, and Herb Jones. The San Antonio Spurs have played their best ball at home, and they've quietly covered 5 of their last 8 games. I'd check the injury report before locking anything in here, but the way it's looking, the Spurs will be the healthier side. Give me the points and the home team if forced to pick.
Randy’s Pick San Antonio Spurs +7.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
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