Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans Betting Picks & Predictions
The Portland Trail Blazers will face the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Monday night following a recent loss to the Phoenix Suns. The Pelicans will come
Game outlook
The Portland Trail Blazers will face the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Monday night following a recent loss to the Phoenix Suns. The Pelicans will come into the game on a back-to-back, playing on Sunday. Despite opening as the betting favorite with a -2.5 line, there has been no movement in the odds. Stay tuned for a prediction and breakdown of the upcoming game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Trail Blazers +115 | Pelicans -135
Spread: Trail Blazers +2.5 (-110) | Pelicans -2.5 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 221 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Orleans will win straight-up is 57%.
Portland Trail Blazers
The Portland Trail Blazers suffered a tough loss to the Phoenix Suns, being outscored 44-18 in the third quarter ultimately losing 103-97. Anfernee Simons and Jerami Grant led the team with 20 points each. Despite cutting the deficit to 99-97 in the final minute, the Suns were able to secure the win with two free throws. Concerns linger for Grant and other veterans as the front office may prioritize strengthening their draft lottery odds, impacting playing time. Portland ranks near the bottom of the NBA in shooting percentage and defensive performance, struggling to meet Coach Chauncey Billups' expectations. With a power ranking of 27, the team is ranked 27th in offense and 17th in defense, holding a 2-5 record this season. Defensively, they allow an average of 114.86 points per game while shooting 41.61% from the field and 34.31% from three-point range. On the defensive end, they allow 45.69% field goals and 36.65% three-pointers.