LiontipsNew Orleans vs Portland. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Pelicans finished the string of away matches with a victory. Willie Green managed to beat the Chicago Bulls in the most recent match (115:111).
C.J. McCollum, Jonas Valanciunas, Zion Williamson and Herbert Jones put up an exciting offensive display in that match, especially the Lithuanian player, who put on a double-double performance.
After Damian Lillard's return the Blazers started to play much better. In two latest matches Chauncey Billups' men earned victories over Miami (110:107) and Charlotte (105:95). In the previous match Dame put up a strong performance, putting up 26 points, six rebounds and seven assists.
Oregon team suddenly became one of the leaders in the Western Conference. Trail Blazers currently have eight victories, which brought them to a 4th position in the Conference standings.
Trends
СтавкаNew Orleans: total over 115,5 points
Pelicans managed to score more than 115 points in 3 of 5 latest matches
Ставка1st quarter: total under 57,5 points
In 3 of 4 latest matches New Orleans failed to beat that total
Tip and bets
New Orleans rarely beat their opponents by a wide margin. Green's men usually get victories by just a few points. We are not expecting an easy victory from the Pelicans. Portland should be able to put up a fight.
Our prediction - Handicap (+7,5) for Portland
Portland managed to improve their defensive game in the current season. Trail Blazers allow only 107,5 points per game. We are expecting a low-scoring encounter here.
Our second bet is on total under 229,5 points
