LiontipsNew Orleans vs Clippers. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
After a string of five victories, New Orleans suffered an away defeat to Golden State (109:120) on March 29. But after that, team secured a victory over Denver (107:88), who already clinched a play-off spot. With 39 victories and 38 defeats, Pelicans are 9th in the Western conference standings.
Louisiana team is approaching the game without any selection problems. Team's leader on points (20.9 per game) and assists (5.9) per game, C.J. McCollum, might miss the upcoming game.
Clippers secured two victories in three latest matches. Tyronn Lue's men secured a home victory over Chicago (124:112) and also beat Memphis (141:132) away. But on April 1, Grizzlies got their revenge (94:108). With 41 victories and 37 defeats, the Clippers are currently at the 5th position in the Western conference.
Marcus Morris, a starting five player, might miss the upcoming game.. 33-year old forward was tested positive for coronavirus.
Trends
Ставка McCollum: total over 20,5 points
McCollum averages 20,9 points per game
Ставка Valanciunas: total over 10,9 points
Valanciunas averages 10,2 points per game
Tip and bets
Bookmakers are giving a slight edge to the Pelicans here. It's hard to argue with that. Clippers are unsuccessful in matches against the Pelicans this season. California team suffered two defeats to New Orleans, both times at home. We are expecting another solid performance from Willie Green's men. Pelicans still have a great chance of making it to the playoffs.
Our prediction - New Orleans to win
New Orleans average 115 points per game at home, while the Clippers score 114 away. Head-to-head matches between these teams are usually low-scoring. Teams failed to beat the total of 210 points in two of three latest matches. We are not expecting a high-scoring performance this time.
Our second bet is on total under 222.5 points
