Pelicans vs Nets Prediction and NBA Tips - 3 January 2024
Last updated: Jan 3, 2024, 1:11AM | Published: Jan 1, 2024, 10:46PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will square off with the Brooklyn Nets in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Wednesday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
With the likes of Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Nets team that includes Mikal Bridges, Cam Thomas and Spencer Dinwiddie.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pelicans vs Nets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Pelicans vs Nets
Using detailed computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's New Orleans-Brooklyn NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Pelicans a 70% chance of winning against the Nets at Smoothie King Center.
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Pelicans vs Nets: Odds
The latest Betfair betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $1.48, Nets $3.00
- Line: Pelicans -5.5 ($1.96), Nets +5.5 ($1.98)
- Total (Over/Under 228.5 Points): Over $2.10, Under $1.87
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Pelicans at $1.48 and the Nets at $3.00.
The Pelicans are listed as 5.5-point favourites against the Nets, with odds of $1.96 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Nets (+5.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.98.
The Over/Under for Pelicans vs Nets has been set at 228.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.10 and odds for the Under at $1.87.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (-5.5) have a 51% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 228.5 points has a 53% chance of staying Under.
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Pelicans vs Nets: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $1.48 with Betfair (70% probability)
- Line: Pelicans -5.5 at $1.96 with Betfair (51% probability)
- Total Points: Over 228.5 at $2.10 with Betfair
These Pelicans vs Nets predictions are based on complex modelling and gambling expertise to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
Despite the Under being more likely to hit in this game, Over 228.5 is our best bet due to the better odds ($2.10) that are available from Betfair.
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Pelicans vs Nets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Nets at Smoothie King Center on Wednesday has the Pelicans winning 116-110.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of New Orleans vs Brooklyn on Wednesday, including pre-game predictions, top betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Pelicans vs Nets: Player Props
Player props are an exciting way to bet on Pelicans vs Nets without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.
Brandon Ingram is expected to lead the Pelicans with 28 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists, while Mikal Bridges is projected to finish with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists for the Nets.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 28 | 6 | 7 |
| Zion Williamson | 24 | 7 | 5 |
| CJ McCollum | 21 | 4 | 6 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 14 | 10 | 3 |
| Herbert Jones | 11 | 4 | 3 |
Nets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mikal Bridges | 21 | 5 | 4 |
| Cam Thomas | 19 | 3 | 2 |
| Spencer Dinwiddie | 16 | 3 | 7 |
| Cameron Johnson | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| Nic Claxton | 12 | 10 | 3 |
Our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting analysis before the New Orleans vs Brooklyn match-up at Smoothie King Center.
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Pelicans vs Nets: Preview
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Nets at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to commence at 12:00pm AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Brooklyn Nets
- Date: Wednesday 3 January 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 noted.
Our New Orleans vs Brooklyn predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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