New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 06/01/2026, 04:06  by Thobelani Moyo | Modified on 06/01/2026 at 04:47 in NBA Predictions

The New Orleans Pelicans play host to the Los Angeles Lakers at the Smoothie King Center in an NBA clash. The Pelicans are anchored at the bottom of the Western Conference standings, while the Lakers are in fifth place. Here's our match prediction. 

The New Orleans Pelicans are back at the drawing board when it comes to their struggles in the NBA. The home team have suffered seven consecutive defeats after winning five straight. 

Their most recent loss came at the hands of the Miami Heat on the road. With their backs against the wall, they lost 125-106. Trey Murphy led the team with 27 points.

The Pelicans have also been unconvincing at the Smoothie King Center. At this venue, they've lost four consecutive away games. This comes after winning four straight games.

The Los Angeles Lakers, on the other hand, are in high spirits after concluding their five-game homestand with back-to-back wins against the Memphis Grizzlies. Their most recent match ended in a 120-114 victory. 

In that match, Luka Doncic impressed once again, leading the team with a game-high 36 points. That marked the fourth consecutive match he has scored 30+ points. LeBron James and Jake LaRavia combined for 52 points.

The Lakers are on the road this time around and are out to end a two-match losing streak. Before this, they had been on a three-match winning streak.