New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction & Picks 12/8/2024

• Date: December 8, 2024
• Venue: Frost Bank Center

Betting Odds

New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs Win Probabilities

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New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Preview

The New Orleans Pelicans (5-19) are set to take on the San Antonio Spurs (11-12) in a Sunday night showdown at the Frost Bank Center, tipping off at 7:00 PM ET. This matchup pits two divisional rivals against each other, adding a layer of intensity and motivation for both teams to secure a win.

The Pelicans face a challenging situation, entering the contest on the second night of a back-to-back after a 119-109 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. This quick turnaround might affect their performance, as fatigue could be a factor. Adding to their woes, New Orleans has struggled on the road, dropping 11 consecutive games away from home.

On the other side, the Spurs aren't exactly riding high either, having lost three straight games, most recently a 140-113 defeat to the Sacramento Kings. Despite this slump, San Antonio is favored at home, with a spread of -4.5 and a moneyline of -205, translating to an implied win probability of 65%.

The Pelicans, with a moneyline of +175, have an implied win probability of 35%, and they will need to overcome their road woes to pull off an upset. Bettors eyeing player props may want to focus on Trey Murphy III's points and rebounds market, which has garnered significant attention. His line is set at Over 23.5 points and rebounds (-110), a line that sharp bettors see as mispriced, suggesting potential value on the Over.

New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs Prediction

Final Score: New Orleans Pelicans 103.43 vs San Antonio Spurs 119.96

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