Philadelphia 76ers vs New Orleans Pelicans Preview
In a non-conference matchup, the 76ers (-335) will host the Pelicans (+263) at Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 ET, and the game can be seen on NBCS.
Philadelphia (35-27) is currently 7th in the Eastern Conference and is on a two-game losing streak. New Orleans (37-25) is 5th in the West and has won two straight. The over/under line for the game is 222 points.
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Philadelphia 76ers vs New Orleans Pelicans Head-to-Head and Key Stats
The Pelicans and 76ers did not have any head-to-head matchups last season. But over the last three times playing each other, the Pelicans have a record of 2-1. The Pelicans also had the edge vs. the spread in these games, at 2-1. These games averaged a combined total of 236 points per game leading to an over/under record of 3-0.
- In their last three road games, New Orleans has averaged 122 points per game while allowing 104. The team’s record in this stretch was 2-1 while going 2-1 vs. the spread.
- Through their last ten home contests, the 76ers offense has averaged 113 points per game while allowing an average of 119. Philadelphia posted an overall record of 4-6 while going 5-5 ATS.
- The 76ers have played well in their last five games as the betting underdog, going 3-2 straight up and 3-2 against the spread.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, New Orleans has an ATS mark of 5-5 while going 7-3 straight up.
Philadelphia 76ers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction
The Pelicans have a record of 37-25 this season, which is good for 5th place in the Western Conference. In games against other Western Conference teams, they are 24-18 and 9-6 against opponents in their division.
On the road, the Pelicans are 19-13 this season, and their ATS record on the road is 17-15. Overall, they have an average scoring differential of +4.2 points per game on the road.
This season, the Pelicans have been favored in 37 of their 62 games and have a record of 24-13 in those games. As the favorite, they have a scoring differential of +9 points per game and are 19-18 ATS.
New Orleans’ O/U record for the season is 28-34, and their games have averaged 228.1 points per game. Today’s O/U line of 222 is lower than their season average of 229.9.
In their last game, the Pelicans defeated the Raptors by a score of 139-98. They were favored by 9.5 points and easily covered the spread. The O/U line for that game was 230.5.
So far this season, the Pelicans have been a solid offensive team, ranking 14th in the league with an average of 116.6 points per game. On the road, they are averaging 116.1 points per game.
When it comes to three-point shooting, the Pelicans have been one of the better teams in the league, hitting 38% of their attempts (5th). However, they have been below average in terms of three-point attempts, ranking 23rd in the league.
Overall, the Pelicans have been an above-average shooting team, hitting 48% of their shots (8th). In terms of pace, they are 17th in the league at 98.1 possessions per game.
In the current season, the Pelicans defense has excelled, sitting 8th in the NBA by allowing 111.5 points per game. New Orleans struggled on the boards in their last game vs. the Raptors, giving up 17. For the game, Toronto scored 98 points in the game.
Today, the 76ers are 8.5-point underdogs against the Pelicans. In their last five games, they have been the underdog in two straight games. As the underdog, their ATS record is 9-11, and they are 6-14 straight-up.
Philadelphia’s O/U record for the season is 34-28, and the over has hit in their last two games. This year, their games have averaged 230.6 points per game, and today’s O/U line is set at 222.
In their most recent game, the 76ers lost to the Grizzlies by a score of 115-109. The O/U line for that game was 213.5, and Philadelphia was favored by 4 points going into the game.
Despite the loss, the 76ers are currently 7th in the Eastern Conference with a record of 35-27. Against other Eastern Conference teams, they are 23-18 and 5-7 against teams in the Atlantic Division.
For the season, the 76ers have an ATS record of 34-28, and they have failed to cover the spread in their last three home games. At home, they are 19-14 straight-up and 17-16 ATS.
At home, the 76ers are averaging 117.1 points per game, which is 15th in the NBA. Overall, they are 13th in the league in scoring at 116.8 points per game. In terms of pace, Philadelphia is 19th in the NBA at 98.1 possessions per game.
When it comes to field goal percentage, the 76ers are shooting 46% from the field, which is 19th in the league. From three-point range, Philadelphia is 23rd in three-point shooting percentage at 36%. In terms of three-point attempts, they are 24th in the NBA.
So far this season, the 76ers have made the most free throws in the NBA at 21 per game. In terms of assists, Philadelphia is 23rd in the league at 24.9 per game.
At present, the 76ers’ defense is ranked 14th, allowing 113.8 points per game. So far this season, the 76ers’ defense has struggled with fouls, averaging 4th in fouls per contest. On average, opponents are getting to the line 24.6 times per game vs. Philadelphia.
In spite of being 8.5 point underdogs, we anticipate the 76ers winning this one 111-110.
Philadelphia 76ers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Tips
- We like the 76ers on the moneyline (+263)
- The 76ers are also our pick on the spread at +8.5
- Our NBA model projects 221 points, and we suggest taking the under
Philadelphia 76ers Injury Report
- Joel Embiid – Knee – Out
- Robert Covington – Knee – Out
- De’Anthony Melton – Back – Out
- Tyrese Maxey – Concussion – Out
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
- Dyson Daniels – Knee – Out
