Los Angeles Clippers (34-15) vs New Orleans Pelicans (29-21)
Game Info: Wednesday, February 7, 2024 at 10:00 pm (Crypto.com Arena)
Betting Odds: Los Angeles Clippers -6.5 -- Over/Under: 233.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
The New Orleans Pelicans are riding a 3-game winning streak. The Los Angeles Clippers have won their last 4 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Clippers prediction.
New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans beat the Rockets, Spurs, and Raptors during this streak. The New Orleans Pelicans are averaging 116.9 points on 48.7 percent shooting and allowing 112.6 points on 46.4 percent shooting. Zion Williamson is averaging 22.1 points and 5.5 rebounds, while Brandon Ingram is averaging 21.8 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 76.6 percent from the free throw line. The New Orleans Pelicans are allowing 34.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 44.6 rebounds per game.
Los Angeles Clippers Betting Preview
The Los Angeles Clippers beat the Wizards, Pistons, Heat, and Hawks during this streak. The Los Angeles Clippers are averaging 118.8 points on 49.7 percent shooting and allowing 112.3 points on 46.4 percent shooting. Kawhi Leonard is averaging 24.4 points and 6.3 rebounds, while Paul George is averaging 22.6 points and 5.4 rebounds. James Harden is the third double-digit scorer and Norman Powell is grabbing 2.6 rebounds. The Los Angeles Clippers are shooting 39.9 percent from beyond the arc and 81.1 percent from the free throw line. The Los Angeles Clippers are allowing 35.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.3 rebounds per game.
Los Angeles Clippers Player Facts
- Ivica Zubac ranks 1st in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for FG% (65.3%) this season.
- Paul George ranks 1st amongst qualified Forwards for FT% (90.8%) this season.
New Orleans Pelicans Player Facts
- Herb Jones ranks T14th in the Western Conference amongst qualified players for Blocks Per Game (0.9) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Clippers rank 1st in the league for three-point percentage this season (39.9%).
- The Clippers rank 3rd in the league for point differential per game this season (+6.4).
- The Pelicans rank 30th in the league for opponent three-point field goals attempts per game this season (39.2).
- The Pelicans rank 1st in the league for Q2 opponent points per game this season (26.5).
New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Clippers prediction
The New Orleans Pelicans are a team I was high on before the season, and with their current play, I did consider them in the underdog role. It's also important to note the Pels have won 4 of the last 5 meetings against the Clippers. However, the Clippers continue to rack up the wins and covers, and they're not a team I'm eager to step in front of. The Clippers keep making a case as the best team in the league, and they've covered 8 of their last 10 games. I'll ride the hot hand and side with the Clippers.
Randy’s Pick Los Angeles Clippers -6.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
