Los Angeles Lakers at New Orleans Pelicans Best Bet – 11/16/2024

• Date: November 16, 2024
• Venue: Smoothie King Center

Betting Odds

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Win Probabilities

Implied Win % in sports betting represent the probability of an outcome as suggested by the betting odds. It's a way for bettors to gauge the likelihood of an event occurring based on the odds offered by sportsbooks.

Projected Win %, also known as projected win probability, is an estimate by ATS.io to determine the likelihood that a team will win a game or event. This projection is often based on various factors such as team performance, statistics, and historical data.

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview

As the Los Angeles Lakers, boasting an 8-4 record, prepare to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans (4-9) at the Smoothie King Center, basketball fans and bettors alike have their eyes on this intriguing Saturday night matchup. Scheduled to tip off at 8:00 PM ET, both teams face the challenge of playing back-to-back games, having each taken the court the previous day.

The Lakers enter the matchup riding a wave of momentum, having won four consecutive games, including a recent 120-115 victory over the San Antonio Spurs. Despite the cross-country travel and minimal rest, the Lakers are considered favorites, with a spread of -6.5 and a moneyline of -265. This translates to an implied win probability of 70%, a reflection of their recent strong performances.

On the other hand, the Pelicans have struggled to find their footing this season, losing eight of their last ten games. However, they did secure a morale-boosting 101-94 win against the Denver Nuggets in their last outing. The Pelicans, with a moneyline of +225, have an implied win probability of 30%.

For those eyeing player prop markets, Brandon Ingram's performance is a focal point. His points and rebounds market has seen increased interest, with the over prop total moving from 30.5 (-115) to 32.5 (-110). This shift suggests confidence in Ingram's ability to produce against his former team.

While the Lakers are favored, both teams face fatigue challenges, making this an unpredictable contest. The Pelicans will look to leverage their home court to upset the odds, while the Lakers aim to continue their winning streak despite the travel and tight schedule.

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction

Final Score: Los Angeles Lakers 117.48 vs New Orleans Pelicans 105.58

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