Pelicans vs Spurs Prediction and NBA Tips - 6 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 6, 2024, 12:10AM | Published: Apr 5, 2024, 1:34AM
The New Orleans Pelicans will face the San Antonio Spurs in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Saturday, starting at 11:00am AEDT.
With the likes of CJ McCollum, Trey Murphy and Jonas Valanciunas, the Pelicans are up against a Spurs team that includes Victor Wembanyama, Malaki Branham and Tre Jones.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Pelicans vs Spurs game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Pelicans vs Spurs
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's New Orleans-San Antonio NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Pelicans an 83% chance of defeating the Spurs at Smoothie King Center.
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Pelicans vs Spurs: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $1.16, Spurs $6.40
- Line: Pelicans -11 ($1.92), Spurs +11 ($2.04)
- Total (Over/Under 218.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $2.00
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 $1.16 and the Spurs at $6.40.
The Pelicans are listed as 11-point favourites against the Spurs, with odds of $1.92 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Spurs (+11) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.04.
The Over/Under for Pelicans vs Spurs sits at 218.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Pelicans and the Spurs have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 218.5-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Pelicans vs Spurs: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: San Antonio at $6.40 with Betfair (1.8% edge)
- Line: Spurs +11 at $2.04 with Betfair (50% probability)
- Total Points: Under 218.5 at $2.00 with Betfair
Today's Pelicans vs Spurs best bets are based on detailed modelling and betting experience to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Pelicans have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Spurs to win is our recommended option because of the 1.8% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term profitability.
Furthermore, despite the Over being more likely to hit in this game, Under 218.5 is our best bet because of the better odds ($2.00) that are available from Betfair.
Pelicans vs Spurs: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Spurs at Smoothie King Center this Saturday has the Pelicans winning 115-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full betting coverage of New Orleans vs San Antonio on Saturday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Pelicans vs Spurs: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Pelicans vs Spurs without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
CJ McCollum is expected to lead the Pelicans with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while Victor Wembanyama is projected to finish with 26 points, 12 rebounds and 5 assists for the Spurs.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ McCollum | 24 | 5 | 7 |
| Trey Murphy | 16 | 7 | 3 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 14 | 9 | 2 |
| Herbert Jones | 12 | 4 | 3 |
| Jordan Hawkins | 10 | 3 | 2 |
Spurs Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victor Wembanyama | 26 | 12 | 5 |
| Malaki Branham | 13 | 3 | 4 |
| Tre Jones | 13 | 4 | 8 |
| Sandro Mamukelashvili | 12 | 7 | 4 |
| Devonte' Graham | 11 | 2 | 4 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this page for the latest betting predictions before the New Orleans vs San Antonio game at Smoothie King Center.
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Pelicans vs Spurs: Preview
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Spurs at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs
- Date: Saturday 6 April 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our New Orleans vs San Antonio predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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 trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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