The New Orleans Pelicans (13 – 23) play host to the Phoenix Suns (28 – 8) at 8:00pm EST on Tuesday 4th January 2022.
New Orleans open at home as 6.5-point underdogs. So far this season the Pelicans are 16-21 against the spread (ATS) and 10-7 ATS when playing at home. The Pelicans are coming off a 115-104 home loss to Utah.
The visiting Suns are 19-17 ATS and 9-7 ATS on the road. They’re 7-3 in their last 10 games and are seeking to put together two wins in a row.
Pelicans vs Suns Betting Odds
| Pelicans Spread | +6.5 |
| Suns Spread | -6.5 |
| Over/Under | Latest Odds |
| Time | 8:00pm EST |
| TV | NBA TV |
Pelicans and Suns Betting Trends
- The Pelicans are 6-4 in their last 10 games.
- New Orleans are 16-21 ATS and 10-7 ATS at home.
- Totals have gone under in 19 of the Pelicans’ 36 games
- The Suns are 7-3 in their last 10 games.
- Phoenix are 19-17 ATS and 9-7 ATS on the road.
- Totals have gone under in 19 of the Suns’ 36 games
Pelicans and Suns Head to Head
- Nov 2, 2021: New Orleans Pelicans 100 @ Phoenix Suns 112
Pelicans vs. Suns Team Statistics
 | Statistics |  |
|---|---|---|
| 105.3 25th | Points Per Game | 112.3 3rd |
| 43.6% 25th | Field Goal % | 47.5% 2nd |
| 34.1% 22nd | 3PT % | 36.5% 6th |
| 46.7% 4th | Rebounds | 45.8% 10th |
| 24.7% 10th | Assists | 26.2% 4th |
| 14.9% 23rd | Turnovers | 13.9% 14th |
| 7.4% 18th | Steals | 8.8% 5th |
| 4.1% 26th | Blocks | 4.1% 28th |
| 19.3% 16th | Fouls | 19.3% 16th |
Pelicans vs. Suns Injury Report
New Orleans Pelicans Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | SF | Achilles | Game Time Decision |
| Tomas Satoransky | SG | Covid-19 | — |
| Jonas Valanciunas | C | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Jan 6 |
| Zion Williamson | PF | Foot | Expected to be out until at least Jan 31 |
| Kira Lewis Jr. | PG | Knee | Out for the season |
Phoenix Suns Injuries
| Player | Position | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdel Nader | SF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 4 |
| Deandre Ayton | C | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| Jae Crowder | PF | Covid-19 | Game Time Decision |
| JaVale McGee | C | Covid-19 | Expected to be out until at least Jan 6 |
| Frank Kaminsky | PF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Jan 10 |
| Dario Saric | PF | Knee | Expected to be out until at least Apr 1 |
Key players to watch
New Orleans Pelicans Key Player
Devonte’ Graham 13.6 ppg, 4.5 apg, 2.4 rpg, 1.2 spg
Phoenix Suns Key Player
Devin Booker 23.2 ppg, 4.5 apg, 4.9 rpg
Who plays tonight in the NBA?
The New Orleans Pelicans are hosting the Phoenix Suns at 8:00pm EST on Tuesday 4th January 2022.
What TV channel is Pelicans vs Suns game on?
The Pelicans vs Suns game is available on NBA TV.
What time is the Pelicans vs Suns NBA game tonight?
Tonight’s NBA game between the New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns is at 8:00pm EST.
Who is the betting favorite in the Pelicans vs Suns NBA game tonight?
Phoenix Suns are the –100 betting favorites. Calculate your potential winnings from a $100 bet using our NBA odds calculator.
Is Brandon Ingram playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Brandon Ingram is dealing with an injury to the Achilles.
Is Deandre Ayton playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Deandre Ayton is dealing with Covid-19.
Is Jae Crowder playing in tonights NBA game?
A game-time decision will be made. Jae Crowder is dealing with Covid-19.
Why is Tomas Satoransky not playing in tonights NBA game?
Tomas Satoransky is dealing with Covid-19 and is —.
Why is Jonas Valanciunas not playing in tonights NBA game?
Jonas Valanciunas is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least jan 6.
Why is Zion Williamson not playing in tonights NBA game?
Zion Williamson is dealing with an injury to the Foot and is expected to be out until at least jan 31.
Why is Kira Lewis Jr. not playing in tonights NBA game?
Kira Lewis Jr. is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is out for the season.
Why is Abdel Nader not playing in tonights NBA game?
Abdel Nader is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 4.
Why is JaVale McGee not playing in tonights NBA game?
JaVale McGee is dealing with Covid-19 and is expected to be out until at least jan 6.
Why is Frank Kaminsky not playing in tonights NBA game?
Frank Kaminsky is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least jan 10.
Why is Dario Saric not playing in tonights NBA game?
Dario Saric is dealing with an injury to the Knee and is expected to be out until at least apr 1.
