New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction & Picks - NBA

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New Orleans Pelicans
4/16/24 19:30
Los Angeles Lakers

Prediction:

 

Lakers Victory

 

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 by Tyler Doty in NBA Picks

The Pelicans host the Lakers at the Smoothie King Center for the 7 vs 8 play-in game. With a record of 49-33, it's clear that New Orleans has had a high-level regular season. The trio of Ingram, McCollum, and Williamson has shone on the court and successfully led the team. Now, the Pelicans must navigate the play-in tournament to secure their playoff spot. It's a critical step for the home team, and they will need to stay focused and determined to achieve their goal. Fans are eager to see New Orleans excel in these crucial matches and are hopeful for a playoff qualification.

With a regular season record of 47-35, the Lakers have had a fairly average season, falling short of the high expectations set at the start of the campaign. The 8th place in the West is below the team's standards, especially with talented players like LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Now, it's time for LeBron and AD's squad to regroup and give their all in the play-in tournament to clinch a playoff spot. The goal is clear: to rediscover the team spirit that surprised many last season and to deliver a strong performance that will allow the Angelenos to envision the playoffs.

New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers Form

New Orleans Pelicans and Los Angeles Lakers Latest Matches

New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans Latest matches
L W W W W L
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Apr 14, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  124
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 12, 2024 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
109 :  114
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 11, 2024 - NBA

Sacramento Kings
123 :  135
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 9, 2024 - NBA

Portland Trail Blazers
100 :  110
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 7, 2024 - NBA

Phoenix Suns
105 :  113
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 5, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
109 :  111
San Antonio Spurs
W L L L L L
Victories

1/6 (17%)

Defeats

5/6 (83%)

Apr 14, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  124
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 5, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
109 :  111
San Antonio Spurs

Apr 3, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  117
Orlando Magic

Apr 1, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
111 :  124
Phoenix Suns

Mar 30, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
92 :  104
Boston Celtics

Mar 28, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
107 :  100
Milwaukee Bucks
W W W W W W
Victories

6/6 (100%)

Defeats

0/6 (0%)

Apr 12, 2024 - NBA

Golden State Warriors
109 :  114
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 11, 2024 - NBA

Sacramento Kings
123 :  135
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 9, 2024 - NBA

Portland Trail Blazers
100 :  110
New Orleans Pelicans

Apr 7, 2024 - NBA

Phoenix Suns
105 :  113
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 24, 2024 - NBA

Detroit Pistons
101 :  114
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 22, 2024 - NBA

Miami Heat
88 :  111
New Orleans Pelicans
Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers Latest matches
W W L L W W
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Apr 14, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  124
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 12, 2024 - NBA

Memphis Grizzlies
120 :  123
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 9, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
120 :  134
Golden State Warriors

Apr 7, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
117 :  127
Minnesota Timberwolves

Apr 6, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
116 :  97
Cleveland Cavaliers

Apr 3, 2024 - NBA

Washington Wizards
120 :  125
Los Angeles Lakers
W W W W L L
Victories

4/6 (67%)

Defeats

2/6 (33%)

Apr 9, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
120 :  134
Golden State Warriors

Apr 7, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
117 :  127
Minnesota Timberwolves

Apr 6, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
116 :  97
Cleveland Cavaliers

Mar 24, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
150 :  145
Indiana Pacers

Mar 22, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
101 :  94
Philadelphia 76ers

Mar 18, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
136 :  105
Atlanta Hawks
L W W W W W
Victories

5/6 (83%)

Defeats

1/6 (17%)

Apr 14, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  124
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 12, 2024 - NBA

Memphis Grizzlies
120 :  123
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 3, 2024 - NBA

Washington Wizards
120 :  125
Los Angeles Lakers

Apr 2, 2024 - NBA

Toronto Raptors
111 :  128
Los Angeles Lakers

Mar 31, 2024 - NBA

Brooklyn Nets
104 :  116
Los Angeles Lakers

Mar 29, 2024 - NBA

Indiana Pacers
109 :  90
Los Angeles Lakers

New Orleans Pelicans against Los Angeles Lakers : Head to Head (H2H)

New Orleans Pelicans

17 %

Los Angeles Lakers

83 %

Apr 14, 2024 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  124
Los Angeles Lakers

Feb 9, 2024 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
139 :  122
New Orleans Pelicans

Dec 31, 2023 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
129 :  109
Los Angeles Lakers

Dec 7, 2023 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
133 :  89
New Orleans Pelicans

Mar 14, 2023 - NBA

New Orleans Pelicans
108 :  123
Los Angeles Lakers

Feb 15, 2023 - NBA

Los Angeles Lakers
120 :  102
New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers Picks

Players list

New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans
J. Valanciunas

C. McCollum

Z. Williamson

H. Jones

B. Ingram

Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers
A. Davis

D. Russell

A. Reaves

R. Hachimura

L. James

Substitutes

New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans Pelicans
J. Robinson-Earl C. Zeller L. Nance Jr.

J. Alvarado

J. Hawkins

D. Daniels

E. Liddell

N. Marshall

T. Murphy III

M. Ryan

Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers
C. Reddish C. Castleton J. Hayes H. Giles III

S. Dinwiddie

G. Vincent

M. Christie

M. Lewis

T. Prince

S. Mays

New Orleans Pelicans - Los Angeles Lakers Key Points

  1. Los Angeles won in New Orleans on Sunday (124-108).
  2. Los Angeles has won 2 consecutive games against New Orleans.
  3. Los Angeles has won 5 of the last 6 matchups against New Orleans.
  4. Los Angeles is on a 5-game winning streak on the road.
  5. New Orleans is on a 5-game losing streak at home.

Our New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers Prediction

The Lakers seem to have the edge over the Pelicans, primarily because they won in New Orleans last Sunday. Additionally, Los Angeles has won their last two matchups against the Pelicans. Moreover, the Lakers have also won 5 of the last 6 encounters with New Orleans, demonstrating their dominance over this team. It's worth noting that the Lakers are on a 5-game winning streak on the road, which proves their strong form away from home. Lastly, New Orleans is on a 5-game losing streak at home, which could work in favor of LeBron James and his team. Our prediction for New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers: Lakers to win!

Prediction:

 

Lakers Victory

 

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