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San Antonio Spurs Set to Take on Fatigued New Orleans Pelicans in Lone Star State Showdown

In this article, the focus is on an upcoming basketball matchup between the New Orleans Pelicans and the San Antonio Spurs in the Lone Star State. The Pelicans recently ended a nine-game losing streak with a win over the Suns, while the Spurs suffered a loss to the Kings. The all-time regular season series favors the Spurs, who are currently the betting favorite with a -5 spread. The article was written before the conclusion of the Pelicans' previous game against the Thunder.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Pelicans +175 | Spurs -205
• Spread: Pelicans +5 (-110) | Spurs -5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 226.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that San Antonio will win straight-up is 67%.

New Orleans vs San Antonio Stats

New Orleans Pelicans

The New Orleans Pelicans have had a challenging season so far, standing at 5-19 with a 30th ranking in offense and a 21st ranking in defense. They struggle in back-to-back games and on the road, with poor shooting percentages and defensive stats. Key players like Brandon Ingram and Zion Williamson have been putting up solid numbers, but injuries to players like Alvarado and Hawkins have impacted the team. Researching sportsbook promos before placing bets is advisable.

San Antonio Spurs Analysis

The San Antonio Spurs suffered their fourth loss in five games at home against Sacramento, dropping their third straight game. Despite leading by 13 in the first quarter, the Spurs gave up a big run and ultimately fell to the Kings. Julian Champagnie led San Antonio with 30 points in the loss. The team stands at 11-12 for the season and currently ranks fourth in the Southwest Division. The Spurs are averaging 111 points per game on offense, while allowing 113 points defensively. Victor Wembanyama leads the team in scoring with 23.5 points per game. Several key players are dealing with injuries, including Tre Jones, Victor Wembanyama, and Devin Vassell. Coach Gregg Popovich is also away from the team indefinitely due to a health issue. The team is currently being coached by interim coach Mitch Johnson. The Spurs have a field goal percentage of 45.4% and are shooting 34.7% from beyond the arc. Stay updated on the players' status for upcoming games.

Spurs Have Upper Hand in Match Against Fatigued Pelicans

Both teams are facing their third game in four nights, giving the Spurs an advantage with a day of rest on Saturday. The Spurs have had the additional benefit of playing their last two games at home, minimizing the impact of travel on their performance. On the other hand, the Pelicans played Saturday night and had to travel for this game. Despite some improvements with the return of Jones and Ingram, the Pelicans are still struggling with underlying challenges. With these factors in mind, it is likely that the Spurs will emerge victorious in this home game.

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