New York Knicks vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 27/02/2024, 06:15  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 27/02/2024 at 11:30 in NBA Prediction

The New Orleans Pelicans will head to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks in the NBA on Tuesday night. The hosts are 35-23 and fourth in the Eastern Conference, while the visitors are 34-24 and sixth in the Western Conference. 

The New Orleans Pelicans, after a four-game winning streak, seem to have lost momentum and are now aiming to avoid a third consecutive defeat following a 114-106 loss to the Bulls on Sunday. Brandon Ingram led the team with 22 points and six assists, while Zion Williamson contributed 19 points with eight rebounds and 11 assists. Currently, the Pelicans are at the 14th spot in the NBA's scoring charts, averaging 116.1 points per game, while the Knicks boast the third-best defense, allowing only 109.9 points per game. In the 2023-24 season, the Pelicans' offense has slightly better performances at home, scoring 116.8 points per game compared to 115.4 on the road. Defensively, they rank eighth in the league, allowing 112 points per game. Notably, Dyson Daniels is out, Jose Alvarado is suspended, and CJ McCollum's availability is uncertain for the upcoming game.

On the flip side, the New York Knicks have started to see some improvement, securing victories in two of their last three games. They will aim to maintain this positive momentum following a narrow 113-111 victory over the Pistons. Jalen Brunson led the team with an impressive 35 points and 12 assists, while Josh Hart added 23 points, eight rebounds, and six assists. Currently, the Knicks rank 19th in the NBA's offense, averaging 114.1 points per game, whereas New Orleans boasts the eighth-ranked defense, allowing only 112 points per game. At home, New York averages 113.8 points per game, while on the road, they score 114.6. However, their strength lies in their defensive prowess, ranking third in the league by allowing only 109.8 points per contest. Mitchell Robinson is out for the season, while OG Anunoby and Julius Randle are expected to return in March.