New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction & Picks - NBA
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Prediction:
Under 231.5
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by Erik Gibbs in NBA Picks
The Dallas Mavericks will travel to the Smoothie King Center to take on the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday night, aiming to climb the Southwest Division standings. Dallas is coming off an impressive 130-108 victory over the Washington Wizards, covering the spread as 13-point favorites. Meanwhile, the Pelicans suffered a 113-104 defeat to the Toronto Raptors, failing to capitalize as slight 1.5-point favorites. The Mavericks and Pelicans have split their last ten matchups evenly, and their four-game season series is currently tied at 1-1. Dallas has been strong offensively, averaging 115.4 points per game, but defensive struggles remain a concern, as they allow 112.1 points per contest. Recent performances have been fueled by standout efforts from key players like Klay Thompson and Olivier-Maxence Prosper. Meanwhile, New Orleans has hit a rough patch, losing three straight games following a four-game winning streak. The Pelicans have been inconsistent, averaging 109.1 points per game, and their recent loss to Toronto saw them score just 104 points on 43.8% shooting, including a poor 21.4% from beyond the arc.
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New Orleans Pelicans against Dallas Mavericks : Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
C. McCollum
D. Murray
Z. Williamson
T. Murphy III
S. Dinwiddie
K. Thompson
K. Irving
P. Washington Jr.
Substitutes
BJ Boston
J. Hawkins
J. Alvarado
J. Cain
B. Williams
J. Hardy
Q. Grimes
M. Morris
O. Prosper
N. Marshall
K. Edwards
New Orleans Pelicans - Dallas Mavericks Key Points
- The Mavericks are 7-0 ATS in Wednesday games as road favorites.
- The Pels are 0-7 ATS in Wednesday games as underdogs
- The Pels are 0-10 as underdogs vs. Western Conference teams
- The Mavericks are 6-0 in night games following a home win
Our New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction
Defensive issues have plagued the Pelicans, as they have allowed an average of 117.1 points per game this season. They gave up 113 points in their latest defeat and must make significant adjustments to contain Dallas' potent offense. The Mavericks, on the other hand, come into this matchup with a shooting advantage, having converted 50% of their field goals and 43 percent of their three-pointers over their last three games. Their offensive efficiency has been further bolstered by strong rebounding, as they've averaged over 12 offensive boards per game in their last three contests, creating second-chance scoring opportunities. Additionally, Dallas has improved its ball control, reducing turnovers and limiting easy transition baskets for opponents. The Pelicans will need a much-improved defensive effort if they hope to break their losing streak. Over their last three games, they have allowed more than 120 points per contest, a statistic that does not bode well against a Mavericks squad that has been highly efficient offensively. With New Orleans struggling to contain opposing offenses, Dallas has a clear edge in this matchup. While the Pelicans will be motivated to snap their skid, their defensive vulnerabilities may prove too costly against a Mavericks team that is clicking on all cylinders. Expect Dallas to use its shooting efficiency and rebounding dominance to secure a crucial road win. Our prediction for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks: Mavericks to win.
Prediction:
Under 231.5
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