Indiana Pacers vs New Orleans Pelicans: prediction for the NBA match

2024-02-29 00:30

NBA

odds 1.85

Lately, the head-to-head encounters between the Indiana Pacers and New Orleans Pelicans have been ending predictably: the team playing on its home court emerges victorious.

Indiana Pacers

The main goal for the Indiana Pacers is to secure a spot in the top 6 of the Eastern Conference. Currently, they are outside of this zone. They have 33 wins to their credit, the same as Philadelphia and Miami, but they lag behind these opponents in additional metrics. As a result, they hold the seventh spot. In their last game, Rick Carlisle’s team suffered a defeat. Despite playing at home, they couldn’t overcome the Toronto Raptors (122:130).

New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans broke their streak of losses in the last game, which consisted of two matches. On the road, the Pelicans easily handled the New York Knicks (115:92). Trey Murphy was the standout performer for the Louisiana team, scoring 26 points. New Orleans currently has 35 wins and occupies the fifth spot in the West. Willie Green has managed to build an excellent team, as the Pelicans have every chance of securing a playoff berth.

Prediction

Our expert pick: The New Orleans Pelicans have been playing too cautiously lately. In their last three away games, they have prevented their opponents from scoring even 100 points. Due to this, we have doubts that the game against the Indiana Pacers will be intense and memorable. Our prediction is the total under 240.5 points at odds of 1.85. The reliable defensive play allows New Orleans to achieve the desired results. Considering this, we do not exclude that the visitors will resist the Indiana Pacers. Prediction: New Orleans with a handicap of (+7.5) points. You can place such a bet at odds of 1.77. Place a bet on the line of 1xBet with odds of 1.85. Promo code for registration - ODDS2WIN.

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