San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans Pick – 2/23/2025

On February 23, 2025, the San Antonio Spurs will face off against the New Orleans Pelicans in a matchup that carries significant divisional rivalry implications. Scheduled for 7:00 PM ET at the Smoothie King Center, both teams are looking for a much-needed win amid disappointing seasons.

The Spurs enter this contest with a record of 24-30, having lost 14 of their last 20 games, including a recent defeat to the Detroit Pistons, where they fell 125-110. Meanwhile, the Pelicans, sitting at a dismal 13-43, have struggled even more, losing 40 of their last 50 games. Their latest loss came against the Dallas Mavericks, where they lost 111-103.

Despite their struggles, the Pelicans are slight favorites in this matchup, with a spread of Pelicans -1.5. The moneyline reflects this, with the Pelicans at -120 and the Spurs at +100. This translates to an implied win probability of 52% for the Pelicans and 48% for the Spurs, indicating a closely contested game.

For those looking to place player prop bets, CJ McCollum's Points and Assists are drawing attention. The prop total opened at Under 25.5 Points and Assists (-115) but has since moved to Under 24.5 (-105), suggesting that sharp bettors are leaning towards the Under in this market.

As both teams seek to break out of their recent slumps, fans can expect a competitive atmosphere fueled by the rivalry, making this game one to watch for both basketball enthusiasts and sports bettors alike.

San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction

Predicted Final Score: San Antonio Spurs 122.8 vs New Orleans Pelicans 119.82

San Antonio Spurs vs New Orleans Pelicans Win Probabilities

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