Match Analysis: New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-02-23
- Time: 12:10 AM UTC
- Location: Smoothie King Center
Game Overview
The San Antonio Spurs are visiting the New Orleans Pelicans in a Western Conference matchup. The Spurs are currently 12th in the West with a 24-30 record, while the Pelicans are 15th with a 13-43 record.
Key Factors to Consider
- The Spurs have been averaging 113.0 points per game, while the Pelicans have struggled defensively. San Antonio is 18th in the league in defense, allowing 114.5 points per game.
- The Spurs won the previous matchup 121-116 at home. This is the second of four games between the teams this season.
- Victor Wembanyama is out for the Spurs due to illness.
- No significant external factors are noted for this matchup.
- Both teams are motivated to improve their standings, but the Spurs have more to gain in terms of playoff positioning.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Pelicans -118, Spurs 100 | San Antonio Spurs | β β β ββ 55% |
Spread | Pelicans 1 -115, Spurs -1 -105 | San Antonio Spurs | β β β ββ 52% |
Over_under | Over 241.5 -110, Under 241.5 -110 | Over | β β β ββ 60% |
Predicted Outcome
San Antonio Spurs to cover the spread.
Predicted Score: Spurs 122, Pelicans 119