LiontipsPhiladelphia vs New Orleans. Predictions and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Before the start of the regular season Philadelphia 76ers were considered one of the favourites of the Eastern Conference. But Sixers failed to live up to the expectations. Sixers are currently only at the 9th position in the standings.
Team's position was affected by recent defeats of Pennsylvanian side. 76ers recorded the most recent victory one week ago, they beat Golden State (102:93) at home. After that Rivers' men went down to Memphis (91:126), Miami (96:101) and Brooklyn (105:114).
New Orleans gained incredible form in recent matches. Green's men beat Oklahoma (113:110) and Milwaukee (116:112). They also managed to beat Detroit (109:93). After these successful matches Pelicans left the bottom spot of the Western Conference standings. They are currently at the 14th spot.
Pelicans' best players are Brandon Ingram and Jonas Valanciunas. The acquirement of Lithuanian player became a great decision for New Orleans' board. In such a short amount of time he became a leader of the team.
Trends
СтавкаPhiladelphia: total under 109,5 points
Team failed to beat that total in four most recent matches of the Sixers
СтавкаJonas Valanciunas: total over 17,5 points
Lithuanian player averages 18,6 points per game on away matches
Tip and bets
Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey probably won't play for the hosts against New Orleans. So far it is uncertain, whether they will be available to play. Without them Sixers will be much weaker under their own rim. In this case, Pelicans will have much more space in the offense, so they will probably score many points.
Our prediction - New Orleans: total over 102 points
In recent matches Philadelphia is not looking so impressive. Sixers will probably play the match with a weakened squad. It is a chance for the Pelicans. They will probably be able to get advantage of that.
Our second bet - Handicap (+7,5) points for New Orleans
