Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Picks - NBA
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Prediction:
Over 235.5
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by Erik Gibbs in NBA Picks
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the Phoenix Suns on Friday at PHX Arena in what will be their second meeting of the season. The Pelicans previously secured a narrow 126-124 victory over the Suns on December 5, giving them a 6-4 advantage in their last ten matchups. However, Phoenix will look to even the series on their home court, where they have performed well this season.
Offensively, the Suns rank 14th in the NBA with an average of 113.8 points per game. They shoot an efficient 47.6% from the field, placing them 11th in the league, while their 37.6% shooting from three ranks sixth. Despite their strong offense, Phoenix struggles on the defensive end, allowing 115.9 points per game, which ranks 20th in the NBA.
New Orleans, on the other hand, has endured a tough season, sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference standings with a 15-43 record. They have particularly struggled on the road, posting a dismal 4-24 record away from home. Against the spread, the Pelicans stand at 24-33-1, while their over/under record is 31-26-1. However, they have shown recent signs of life, going 3-1 in their last four games and covering the spread in three of those contests. The under has hit in four of their last five matchups.
Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Form
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| Teams | % | P | W | L |
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0.439 | 82 | 36 | 46 |
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0.256 | 82 | 21 | 61 |
Phoenix Suns and New Orleans Pelicans Latest Matches
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Phoenix Suns against New Orleans Pelicans : Head to Head (H2H)
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Players list
D. Booker
T. Jones
K. Durant
J. Hawkins
T. Murphy III
Substitutes
T. Washington Jr.
R. Dunn
C. Gillespie
V. Micic
D. Lee
O. Ighodaro
R. O'Neale
A. Reeves
C. McCollum
J. Alvarado
Z. Williamson
J. Cain
Phoenix Suns - New Orleans Pelicans Key Points
- The Suns are 20-38-1 ATS this season
- The Pels are 25-33-1 ATS this season
- 20 Suns' games have gone over 235.5 points this season
- 23 Pels' games have gone over 235.5 points this season
Our Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction
Phoenix will lean on Devin Booker, one of the league’s most dynamic scorers. While his three-point shooting has slightly dipped this season—ranking 27th in total three-pointers made—he still averages nearly three successful triples per game. Over his last ten outings, he has hit at least 2.5 three-pointers in half of those contests.
Facing a New Orleans defense that ranks 22nd in opponent three-point percentage (36.4%), Booker has a prime opportunity to thrive from beyond the arc. The Pelicans will also be without Herb Jones, a key defender who was named to the NBA’s All-Defensive First Team last season. Jones played a crucial role in contesting perimeter shots and ranked among the league’s best in blocked three-pointers.
Alongside Booker, Kevin Durant continues to be a force for the Suns, averaging 26.9 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game. Given Phoenix’s superior record and strong home performance, they enter this matchup as clear favorites. New Orleans, meanwhile, faces the challenge of playing their second road game in as many nights, a tough task for one of the league’s weakest road teams. Despite both teams playing on a back-to-back, the Suns hold the advantage heading into this contest. Our prediction for Phoenix Suns vs. New Orleans Pelicans: Suns win and cover.
Prediction:
Over 235.5
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