Lakers vs. Pelicans: Odds, Predictions, and Betting Insights for March 4 Matchup.
The Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans are set to face off in an exciting Western Conference showdown at 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers enter the game with a 38-21 record, including an impressive 23-7 home record, while the Pelicans stand at 17-44 overall and 6-25 on the road.
Both teams come into this matchup in strong form—the Lakers are riding a six-game winning streak, while the Pelicans have won four of their last five games.
Betting Odds and Key Stats
- Spread: Lakers -8.5
- Over/Under: 229 points
- Money Line: Lakers -356 | Pelicans +282
- Lakers Team Total: 118.5 points
- Pelicans Team Total: 109.5 points
Why the Lakers Can Cover
The Lakers extended their winning streak with a 108-102 victory over the Clippers on Sunday. Luka Doncic led the charge with 29 points and nine assists, while Dalton Knecht added 19 points on an efficient 7-for-10 shooting performance.
LeBron James contributed across the board, finishing with 17 points, nine assists, five rebounds, two steals, and a block. James continues to be a key factor for the Lakers, averaging 24.8 points, 8.6 assists, and 8.0 rebounds per game.
The Lakers have been strong against the spread (ATS), going 5-1 in their last six games and 4-1 ATS in their last five March matchups.
Why the Pelicans Can Cover
The Pelicans secured a 128-121 win over the Jazz on Sunday, marking their fifth straight victory over Utah. Kelly Olynyk played a key role, posting 26 points and nine rebounds, while Zion Williamson added 24 points and nine assists.
New Orleans has also been strong against Western Conference opponents, winning five of their last seven matchups. Offensively, the Pelicans are averaging 111.0 points per game, which could help them keep pace with the Lakers.
Expert Predictions
The SportsLine Projection Model, which has a 147-107 record on top-rated NBA picks, has simulated this matchup 10,000 times. The model is leaning Under on the total points and has identified a point-spread pick hitting in well over 50% of simulations.
Where to Watch & Bet
- Live Streaming: FuboTV (Try for free)
- Sportsbooks: Various betting platforms are offering promotions for NBA games.
Who will come out on top in this Western Conference battle? Visit SportsLine for expert picks and betting insights!
