LiontipsNew Orleans vs San Antonio. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Stan Van Gundy's coaching style led the Pelicans nowhere, so club's board eventually decided to change the manager. Willie Green managed to raise the level of team's performance after bringing in some new players.
C.J. McCollum became an incredible player for the Pelicans, team also started to play better after return of Jonas Valanciunas and Brandon Ingram. New Orleans ended the regular season at 10th spot in the Western Conference and has a chance to fight for a play-off spot.
Spurs reached the play-in round for the second season in a row, but in the previous season they failed to advance into the playoffs. Gregg Popovich's team managed to leave the Lakers out of play-in zone, it is pretty impressive. 73-year old head coach recently became the most successful coach in NBA history, topping the list of head coaches with most regular season wins.
San Antonio will try to beat New Orleans, club is pretty successful in head-to-head matches against the Pelicans. However, it will be just one match, so we can expect anything here.
Trends
СтавкаNew Orleans: total over 113.5 points
Club managed to beat the total in 3 of 5 latest matches
СтавкаFirst points scored - a two-pointer
Three of five latest head-to-head matches started with a two-point shot
Tip and bets
San Antonio is a hard-working team, because of the head coach. Gregg Popovich knows how to motivate his players in the crucial moment and now is just the time for that. Spurs will try to clinch a victory today, but opponent is also extremely motivated.
New Orleans are confident about their ability, especially now. Club changed a head coach, signed some new players, so situation is under control. In our opinion, Pelicans deserve a victory.
Our prediction - Handicap (-3.5) points on New Orleans Pelicans
Spurs switched to the offensive style of play in the current season. Pelicans are also an offensive team, so they will play aggressively at home. In this case, we offer to place a bet on total over.
Our second bet is on total over 222.5 points
