At 1-9, the New Orleans Pelicans have the worst record in the league. We analyze the Pelicans’ betting trends to uncover value bets for the week. Follow our betting guide as the Pelicans seek to snap their six-game losing streak.
New Orleans Pelicans Betting Trends
- The Pelicans are 2-4 on the road against the spread and 2-2 at home against the spread
- The Pelicans failed to cover the spread in their last three games
- Totals have gone under in the Pelicans last three games
- The Pelicans have lost six straight games
- Pelicans are yet to cover when underdogs of 9.5 points or more
Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Lines, Spread, Odds and Picks
The Pelicans (1-9) have dropped six in a row including their last three on the road. They conclude their road trip against Dallas (6-3) at the American Airlines Center. New Orleans open as 8.5 point underdogs for today’s game and are -400 for the win.
Luka Doncic was the talk of the league last Saturday night with his buzzer beater sealing a 107-104 victory over the Boston Celtics. It was Doncic’s best game of the season as he tied his season-high with 33 points and shot 57.1% from the field. Expect more of the same from Doncic as he attempts to lead the Mavericks to their third straight win.
Take the Spread: New Orleans +8.5
Hosts Dallas have been terrible against the spread. Their shooting stats are nearly on par with New Orleans so expect a close game. The Mavericks have shot 42.3% compared to the Pelicans’ 42% from the field and 30.9% compared to 32.7% from three. The Pelicans have the rebounding edge coming into today’s game, out-rebounding the Mavericks 46.7 to 45.9. Just keep an eye on the spread as the Pelicans are yet to cover when underdogs of 9.5 points or more.
Back the Under: Under 211.5 points
The Pelicans and all their opponents this week favor the under. New Orleans may have one of the worst defenses in the league but their offense is just as woeful. Dallas versus New Orleans won’t be a fast paced game – the Mavericks are 22nd in the league for pace and have the seventh worst offensive rating.
New Orleans Pelicans Fixtures For 8-13 November
| Date | Opponent | Against the Spread (opponent) | Over/Under (opponent) |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 8 | @ Dallas Mavericks | 2-7 | 2-7 |
| November 10 | vs Oklahoma City Thunder | 4-4 | 2-6 |
| November 12 | vs Brooklyn Nets | 5-5 | 2-8 |
| November 13 | vs Memphis Grizzlies | 6-3 | 4-5 |
Offensive Statistics
| Category | Season Average | League Rank |
|---|---|---|
| PPG | 101.4 | 26th |
| APG | 22.8 | 20th |
| FG% | 42% | 27th |
| 3P% | 32.7% | 23rd |
| OREB | 12.2 | 4th |
| TO | 16.8 | 28th |
Defensive Statistics
| Category | Season Average | League Rank |
|---|---|---|
| PPG | 112.7 | 28th |
| APG | 25.5 | 23rd |
| FG% | 47.8% | 27th |
| 3P% | 38.3% | 27th |
| DREB | 34.5 | 23rd |
| TO | 13.4 | 25th |
New Orleans Pelicans Team Leaders
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
| Players | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | SF | Hip | Day to day |
| Herbert Jones | PF | Concussion | Day to day |
| Daulton Hommes | SF | Ankle | Out indefinitely |
| Zion Williamson | PF | Foot | Out indefinitely |
