New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons Prediction & Picks - NBA
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Prediction:
New Orleans Pelicans to win.
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by Stephen Abiola in NBA Picks
The New Orleans Pelicans and Detroit Pistons will meet at the Smoothie King Center on Tuesday night in what appears to be a mismatch on paper. The Pelicans have been one of the more promising teams in the Western Conference, showing flashes of brilliance but struggled to keep up. Last season, they finished eighth with 49 wins but were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. Zion Williamson has remained the focal point of the team, but his injury history has been a concern. Alongside CJ McCollum, the Pelicans boast a strong offensive trio, but their defense suffers, especially in transition.
On the other hand, the Pistons continue their long rebuilding process. Last season, they finished with the worst record in the NBA, winning just 14 games. Despite high hopes with young talents like Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey, Detroit has struggled to find a winning formula. Their defense was among the worst in the league, allowing over 100 points per game, while their offense lacked firepower to compete with elite teams. However, with the addition of a few veterans, they aim to be more competitive this season.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons Form
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New Orleans Pelicans against Detroit Pistons : Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
C. McCollum
ForwardT. Murphy III
Z. Williamson
C. Cunningham
ForwardT. Harris
Substitutes
J. Hawkins
A. Reeves
J. Alvarado
D. Schroder
M. Sasser
M. Beasley
L. Waters III
ForwardS. Fontecchio
P. Reed
R. Holland
New Orleans Pelicans - Detroit Pistons Key Points
- Detroit had a 7-34 road record last season.
- New Orleans posted a 26-15 home record last season.
- The Pelicans have won five of the last six meetings between these teams.
- Four of the last five Pelicans games have gone over 225 total points.
Our New Orleans Pelicans vs Detroit Pistons Prediction
New Orleans packs a superior roster and home-court edge against a struggling Pistons squad. The Pelicans have been dominant against Detroit in recent meetings, and with their high-powered offense, they should have little trouble scoring. The Pistons’ young core still lacks experience, and their defensive struggles make it hard to trust them against a playoff-contending team. We expect the Pelicans to control the game and secure a comfortable win. Our prediction for New Orleans Pelicans vs. Detroit Pistons: New Orleans Pelicans to win.
Prediction:
New Orleans Pelicans to win.
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