Pelicans vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 17 November 2024
Last updated: Nov 17, 2024, 1:09AM | Published: Nov 15, 2024, 10:56PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the favoured Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, starting at 12:00pm AEDT.
With star players Brandon Ingram, Brandon Boston and Jaylen Nowell, the Pelicans are looking to overcome a Lakers side that includes Anthony Davis, LeBron James and D'Angelo Russell.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Lakers game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's New Orleans vs LA Lakers NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Lakers a 77% chance of winning against the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $3.70, Lakers $1.29
- Line: Pelicans +8 ($1.91), Lakers -8 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 220.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pelicans at $3.70 and the Lakers at $1.29.
The Pelicans are listed as 8-point underdogs against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Lakers (-8) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 220.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Lakers (-8) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 220.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: LA Lakers at $1.29 with Bet365
- Line: Lakers -8 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 220.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pelicans vs Lakers best bets are based on detailed modelling and betting intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Lakers at Smoothie King Center on Sunday is the Lakers winning 114-105.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the New Orleans vs LA Lakers game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and free betting tips.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Pelicans vs Lakers without necessarily betting on the outcome of Sunday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Brandon Ingram is expected to lead the Pelicans with 22 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Anthony Davis is projected to finish with 29 points, 13 rebounds and 4 assists for the Lakers.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 22 | 6 | 6 |
| Brandon Boston | 17 | 4 | 3 |
| Jaylen Nowell | 14 | 3 | 3 |
| Jeremiah Robinson-Earl | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| Javonte Green | 10 | 5 | 1 |
Lakers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis | 29 | 13 | 4 |
| LeBron James | 23 | 7 | 10 |
| D'Angelo Russell | 17 | 3 | 6 |
| Austin Reaves | 16 | 5 | 6 |
| Dalton Knecht | 12 | 3 | 2 |
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting tips before the New Orleans vs LA Lakers match-up.
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Pelicans vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Lakers at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to start at 12:00pm AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Sunday 17 November 2024
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs LA Lakers predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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