Milwaukee Bucks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 27/01/2024, 06:30  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 27/01/2024 at 12:00 in NBA Prediction

The Milwaukee Bucks will take on the New Orleans Pelicans at the Fiserv Forum in the NBA on Saturday night. The hosts are 31-14 and second in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 26-19 and seventh in the Western Conference. 

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a relatively decent run, winning five of their last nine games, but they are seeking a rebound after a disappointing 107-83 home loss to the Thunder. Herbert Jones and Jonas Valanciunas were the team's leading scorers with 14 points each, while Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum contributed 12 points each. New Orleans ranks 13th in the NBA for offense with an average of 116.7 points per game, while Milwaukee is positioned as the 24th-ranked defense, allowing 120.2 points. Defensively, the Pelicans allow an average of 112.5 points per game, ranking 10th in the NBA, and limit opponents to a 46.1% shooting overall, which is the sixth lowest in the league. There is uncertainty about Zion Williamson's availability for this match.

Meanwhile, the Milwaukee Bucks have been performing well, winning six of their last eight games, but they aim for a stronger showing in their next match following a 112-100 home defeat against the Cavaliers. Giannis Antetokounmpo led the team with an impressive performance of 22 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists, while Damian Lillard added 22 points. Milwaukee stands as the league's second-ranked scoring team, averaging 124 points per game, while the New Orleans Pelicans, their upcoming opponents, rank 10th in points allowed with 112.4 in NBA action. However, the Bucks' defense is positioned at 25th, allowing 120.4 points per game and permitting opponents to shoot 47.4% overall, which is 17th in the league. The Bucks have a fully healthy roster with no reported injury concerns heading into this game.