New Orleans Pelicans vs Oklahoma City Thunder Preview
At 8:00 ET, the New Orleans Pelicans will host the Oklahoma City Thunder in a Western Conference matchup. The Thunder (-127) are currently favored by 2.5 points over the Pelicans (+106), and the over/under line is set at 223.5.
Both teams come into this game with impressive records. The Thunder (49-21) are currently second in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans (44-27) are fourth. New Orleans has won two straight games and is currently first in the Southwest Division.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Oklahoma City Thunder Head-to-Head and Key Stats
When looking back on the last three head-to-head matchups between New Orleans and Oklahoma City, the Thunder hold the edge with a record of 2-1. Not only does the team have the better record, but they have won in convincing fashion, posting an average scoring differential of 9 points.
- In their last three games away from home, the Thunder have a straight up record of 2-1 while going 1-2 vs the spread. The team averaged 111 points per game in this stretch.
- New Orleans has played well in their previous five home games, going 4-1 straight up. In this stretch, they averaged 110 points per game while allowing 100. The team also performed well vs the spread at 3-2.
- The Pelicans have played well in their last five games as the betting underdog, going 3-2 straight up and 4-1 against the spread.
- Going back to their last ten games as the favorite, the Thunder have a straight up record of 8-2. But, their mark vs the spread was just 3-7.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction
Today, the Thunder are favored by 2.5 points on the road against the Pelicans. If they cover, it will be their 4th straight ATS win as the favorite. Overall, they are 30-23 vs. the spread as the favorite and 40-13 straight-up.
Oklahoma City’s O/U record for the season is 36-33-1, and the under has hit in their last three games. On average, their games have finished with 233.3 points, and today’s O/U line is 223.5.
In their last game, the Thunder lost to the Bucks by a score of 118-93. The O/U line for that game was 234 points. OKC was a 2.5-point underdog in that game, giving them an ATS loss.
Despite the loss, the Thunder are still in 2nd place in the Western Conference with a record of 49-21. Against other Western Conference teams, they are 31-15 compared to 18-6 in non-conference games.
In terms of their ATS record, the Thunder are 41-29 overall and 19-16 on the road. Currently, they have won three straight games vs. the spread on the road.
When it comes to scoring, the Thunder are one of the most potent offenses in the NBA, averaging 120.3 points per game (4th). However, they have actually been slightly better on the road, averaging 118.0 points compared to 122.7 at home.
So far this season, Oklahoma City has outscored the NBA scoring average in 70% of their games. In terms of pace, they are 10th in the league at 99.6 possessions per game.
When it comes to shooting, the Thunder are one of the most efficient teams in the league. They are 3rd in field goal percentage at 49% and 2nd in true shooting percentage. Additionally, they are 3rd in three-point shooting at 38%.
Currently, the Thunder’s defense holds the 12th rank in the NBA, allowing 112.9 points per game. On two point field goal attempts, the Thunder’s defensive unit is allowing a field goal percentage of 52.1% and allowing 36.6% from beyond the arc.
The Pelicans have won their last two games straight up and ATS, and they are currently the 11th seed in the Western Conference with a record of 44-27. In the West, they are 26-18 against other conference teams and 9-6 against their division.
At home, the Pelicans are 19-14 straight up and 20-17 ATS. On average, they have outscored their opponents by 5.8 points per game at home.
As the underdog this season, the Pelicans have a record of 14-12 and are 16-10 ATS. Today, they are getting 2.5 points against the Thunder.
New Orleans’ O/U record for the season is 30-41, and the under has hit in their last two games. On average, their games have finished with 226.1 points, and today’s O/U line is set at 223.5.
In their most recent game, the Pelicans defeated the Pistons by a score of 114-101. The O/U line for that game was 217.5, and the Pelicans were favored by 14.5 points.
At home, the Pelicans have been one of the better offensive teams in the league this season, averaging 116.6 points per game (14th). Overall, they are 13th in scoring at 115.7 points per game.
When it comes to pace, New Orleans is 18th in the NBA at 97.5 possessions per game. In terms of field goal percentage, they are 8th in the league at 49%. However, they are just 25th in three-point attempts per game.
So far this season, the Pelicans have outscored the NBA scoring average in 52.1% of their games. In terms of assists, they are 11th in the league with an average of 27.1 per game.
So far, the Pelicans defense is giving up 110.4 points per contest, which has them sitting 8th in the NBA. One thing to note, is they have given up more points than their season average in three straight matchups. In terms of two point field goal attempts, the Pelicans defense has allowed a shooting percentage of 55.0% while allowing 34.4% from downtown.
Even though they are 2.5 point underdogs, we see the Pelicans winning this game by a score of 115-114.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Oklahoma City Thunder Betting Tips
- We like the Pelicans on the moneyline (+106)
- The Pelicans are also our pick on the spread at +2.5
- Projecting a combined 229 points, we like the over
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
- Brandon Ingram – Knee – Out
- Dyson Daniels – Knee – Out
Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
No Injuries Reported
