Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Pick & Preview – 4/14/2024

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Overview

• Date: April 14, 2024
• Venue: Smoothie King Center
• Spread: Los Angeles Lakers 3.5 (-110), New Orleans Pelicans -3.5 (-110)
• Total (Over/Under): 230.5
• Moneyline: Los Angeles Lakers 125, New Orleans Pelicans -145

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Win Probabilities

Implied Win %:

• Los Angeles Lakers - 43%
• New Orleans Pelicans - 57%

Projected Win %:

• Los Angeles Lakers - 21%
• New Orleans Pelicans - 79%

Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Preview

In a highly-anticipated Sunday day game, the Los Angeles Lakers (47-35) are set to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (49-32) at the Smoothie King Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 3:30 PM local time.

The Lakers will face a disadvantage in this road game as they have traveled cross-country for this matchup. The extended road trip may impact their performance and potentially hinder their chances of securing a victory.

The Pelicans, playing on their home court, enter the game as slight favorites. The current spread for the game stands at Pelicans -3.5, indicating that oddsmakers expect a close contest. The moneyline reflects the Pelicans' advantage, with odds set at -150 for them and +130 for the Lakers. According to implied win probabilities, the Lakers have a 42% chance of winning, while the Pelicans have a 58% chance.

The Pelicans come into the game riding a four-game winning streak, showcasing their recent strong form. Meanwhile, the Lakers have been performing well lately, with 26 wins in their last 40 games.

In their most recent outings, the Lakers secured a 123-120 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, while the Pelicans triumphed over the Golden State Warriors by a score of 114-109. Notably, the Pelicans' win over the Warriors was seen as an upset, as they were considered 4.0 point underdogs with only a 37% chance of winning.

For those interested in player prop betting, LeBron James's points and assists market has garnered significant attention. It has become the most popular betting market for this game. The over/under line for this market is currently set at 34.5 points and assists, with the over option favored at -125.

Overall, this showdown between the Lakers and the Pelicans promises to be an exciting battle. As both teams vie for a crucial win, it remains to be seen how the Lakers' road trip will impact their performance. Keep an eye on LeBron James and the dynamic play of both teams as they vie for victory on the court.

Pick and Prediction: Los Angeles Lakers 116.01 - New Orleans Pelicans 126.29

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