Portland Trail Blazers at New Orleans Pelicans Prediction For 1/8/2025

• Date: January 8, 2025
• Venue: Smoothie King Center

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Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview

The Portland Trail Blazers (12-23) are set to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans (7-30) on Wednesday night. This matchup will tip off at 8:00 PM ET at the Smoothie King Center, where the Pelicans will be looking to break a troubling streak.

New Orleans is entering this contest on the heels of a back-to-back, having lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves 104-97 the previous night. With just one day of rest, fatigue could be a significant factor, potentially hindering their performance on the court. The Pelicans have struggled recently, losing 26 of their last 30 games, and the lack of recovery time may exacerbate their issues.

On the other side, the Trail Blazers travel cross-country after a close loss to the Detroit Pistons, falling 118-115. Portland has also faced challenges on the road, dropping 13 of their last 15 away games, which adds to the pressure of this matchup.

As for the betting lines, the Pelicans are slight favorites at home, with a spread of -2.5. The Moneyline for New Orleans is set at -140, while the Trail Blazers sit at +120. The odds imply a 56% chance of victory for New Orleans compared to 44% for Portland.

Despite being favored, the Pelicans' recent form raises questions about their ability to capitalize on the home court advantage. With both teams struggling, this game could be a pivotal moment for either squad to find a glimmer of hope in their challenging seasons.

Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction

Final Score: Portland Trail Blazers 113.64 vs New Orleans Pelicans 122.55

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