Pelicans Favored to Take Care of Struggling Bulls on Saturday Night in Chicago

Game outlook

5. The New Orleans Pelicans, who stand at 11-9, will hit the road this Saturday to face off the Chicago Bulls, who are currently 6-14. Opening tip is scheduled for 8:00 PM EST and the Pelicans are the betting favorites opening at -4, though the current line is New Orleans -3.5.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Pelicans -155 | Bulls +135

Spread: Pelicans -3 (-110) | Bulls +3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 219.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Orleans will win straight-up is 61%.

New Orleans Pelicans

The Pelicans will battle with the Spurs in New Orleans on Friday night, while they head to Chicago for the second game of a back-to-back the following night. The Pelicans have won four of their previous six games and have a record of 11-9 this season. They are ranked 16 in offense, 11 in defense, and are 1st in the league for 3-point defense. Key injuries include Matt Ryan (calf), Jose Alvarado (ankle), and Larry Nance (ribs) who are questionable and out, respectively. The New Orleans Pelicans are ranked 16th in offense, 11th in defense and 1st in 3-point defense in the NBA. With an overall record of 11-9, they come into Saturday night's game against the Chicago Bulls with four wins in the last six games. Key injured players include Matt Ryan (calf), Jose Alvarado (ankle), and Larry Nance (ribs), who are all questionable and out, respectively. The Pelicans have an above average field goal percentage and assists per game, as well as in rebound, turnovers, and free throws. They are defensively strong, with the #1 ranking in 3-point defense.