Thunder vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 22 April 2024
Last updated: Apr 20, 2024, 2:22PM | Published: Apr 20, 2024, 7:58AM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will sqaure off with the New Orleans Pelicans in the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center on Monday, commencing at 11:30am AEST.
With the likes of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are up against a Pelicans side that includes CJ McCollum, Brandon Ingram and Trey Murphy.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Thunder vs Pelicans game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Thunder vs Pelicans
Based on state-of-the-art computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Monday's Oklahoma City-New Orleans NBA Playoffs match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Thunder a 73% chance of beating the Pelicans at Paycom Center.
More: Thunder vs Pelicans Simulated 10,000 Times
Thunder vs Pelicans: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Paycom Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.31, Pelicans $3.90
- Line: Thunder -8 ($1.88), Pelicans +8 ($2.02)
- Total (Over/Under 215.5 Points): Over $2.04, Under $1.85
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 Thunder at $1.31 and the Pelicans at $3.90.
The Thunder are listed as 8-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.88 currently available at Betfair.
For the underdog Pelicans (+8) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $2.02.
The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 215.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.04 and odds for the Under at $1.85.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pelicans (+8) have a 54% chance of covering the line, while the 215.5-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Thunder vs Pelicans: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $3.90 with Betfair (1.7% edge)
- Line: Pelicans +8 at $2.02 with Betfair (54% probability) 🔥
- Total Points: Over 215.5 at $2.04 with Betfair (51% probability)
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Our Thunder vs Pelicans best bets are based on market-leading simulations and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Thunder have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our preferred option due to the 1.7% edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Thunder vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Pelicans at Paycom Center on Monday has the Thunder prevailing 111-104.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Oklahoma City vs New Orleans on Monday, including pre-game predictions, the best betting tips, and live win probabilities.
Thunder vs Pelicans: Player Props
Player props are an exciting way to bet on Thunder vs Pelicans without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is expected to lead the way for the Thunder with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists, while CJ McCollum is projected to have 23 points, 5 rebounds and 6 assists for the Pelicans.
Thunder Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 30 | 5 | 7 |
| Jalen Williams | 21 | 4 | 5 |
| Chet Holmgren | 18 | 9 | 3 |
| Josh Giddey | 12 | 6 | 5 |
| Luguentz Dort | 11 | 3 | 2 |
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ McCollum | 23 | 5 | 6 |
| Brandon Ingram | 17 | 4 | 5 |
| Trey Murphy | 16 | 5 | 3 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 13 | 9 | 3 |
| Herbert Jones | 12 | 3 | 3 |
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Oklahoma City vs New Orleans game at Paycom Center.
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Thunder vs Pelicans: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Thunder and Pelicans in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 11:30am AEST on Monday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Monday 22 April 2024
- Time: 11:30am AEST
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) unless otherwise stated.
Our Oklahoma City vs New Orleans predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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