Pelicans vs Nuggets Prediction and NBA Tips - 16 November 2024
Last updated: Nov 16, 2024, 1:09AM | Published: Nov 2, 2024, 1:26AM
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the Denver Nuggets in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Saturday, starting at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by star players Brandon Ingram, Brandon Boston and Jaylen Nowell, the Pelicans are up against a Nuggets line-up that includes Jamal Murray, Michael Porter and Christian Braun.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Nuggets game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's New Orleans vs Denver NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Nuggets a 61% chance of defeating the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Nuggets: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $2.10, Nuggets $1.77
- Line: Pelicans +2 ($1.91), Nuggets -2 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 218 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 $2.10 and the Nuggets at $1.77.
The Pelicans are listed as 2-point underdogs against the Nuggets, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Nuggets (-2) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 218 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 Nuggets (-2) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 218-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Pelicans vs Nuggets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Denver at $1.77 with Bet365
- Line: Nuggets -2 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 218 at $1.91 with Bet365
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Pelicans vs Nuggets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Nuggets at Smoothie King Center on Saturday is the Nuggets winning 110-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New Orleans vs Denver game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Pelicans vs Nuggets: Player Props
Player props are a popular way to bet on Pelicans vs Nuggets without necessarily betting on the outcome of Saturday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.
Brandon Ingram is expected to lead the Pelicans with 18 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Jamal Murray is projected to have 23 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists for the Nuggets.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 18 | 5 | 5 |
| Brandon Boston | 16 | 4 | 3 |
| Jaylen Nowell | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| Trey Murphy | 11 | 4 | 2 |
| Javonte Green | 10 | 5 | 1 |
Nuggets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jamal Murray | 23 | 4 | 7 |
| Michael Porter | 17 | 7 | 2 |
| Christian Braun | 12 | 6 | 2 |
| Russell Westbrook | 11 | 3 | 4 |
| Peyton Watson | 10 | 6 | 2 |
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Pelicans vs Nuggets: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pelicans and Nuggets at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 12:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Denver Nuggets
- Date: Saturday 16 November 2024
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs Denver predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled 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 confidence to make informed decisions.
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