Can Zion and the Pelicans fend off Lillard and the Blazers? Find out with our complete betting preview for 03-12-2023. With the Pelicans as (-2.5)-point favorites and a set point total of (-), get all the stats, injury reports, head-to-head matchups, best bets and more here!
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Pelicans vs Blazers Spread and Betting Line
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds | Favorite Moneyline | Underdog Moneyline |
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| New Orleans Pelicans | -2.5 | 1.916 | 1.903 | – | – | – | 72.9 | 115.2 |
Pelicans vs Blazers Game Info
- Game Day: 03-12-2023
- Game Time: 23:00
- Location: New Orleans, LA
- Arena: Smoothie King Center
Computer Predictions for Pelicans vs Blazers
| ATS | Over/Under | AI Prediction |
|---|---|---|
| +-2.5 | – | New Orleans Pelicans -2.5 Over – |
Pelicans vs Blazers Betting Trends
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“Last year, New’s record against the spread was unbeatable – xx-xx-x!”
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The Pelicans defied the odds last season, going xx-xx against the spread despite being -2.5-point favorites or more!
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Last year, xx out of xx New games soared above the total!
New Orleans Pelicans Leaders
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Zion Williamson was a triple-threat last season, averaging 26 points, 6.97 rebounds and 4.6 assists per game, while shooting an impressive 60.8% from the field and 36.8% from beyond the arc. He also added 1.1 steals and 0.55 blocks per game for good measure!
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Brandon Ingram’s last year was a stat-sheet stuffer – 22.9 points, 4.8 assists and 4.97 rebounds per contest!
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CJ McCollum scored a season average of 21.2 points, 4.38 rebounds and 5.8 assists per game – all while locking down the opposition with 0.88 steals and 0.53 blocks!
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Jonas Valanciunas was a powerhouse last year, averaging 14.1 points, 9.56 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.25 steals and 0.48 blocks per contest!
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Trey Murphy III lit up the court last year, averaging 12.9 points, 3.66 rebounds and 1.4 assists per game while shooting a scorching 47.2% from the floor and 38.7% from deep, with 2.2 made 3-pointers per game!
New Orleans Pelicans Season Stats
| Stat | Rank | |
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| Field Goal % | 41.88 | xx |
| Opp. Field Goal % | 41.31 | xx |
| Rebounds Per Game % | 43.67 | xx |
| Opp. Rebounds Per Game % | 42.03 | xx |
| Turnovers Per Game % | 14.25 | xx |
| Opp. Turnovers Per Game % | 14.4 | xx |
Blazers vs Pelicans Betting Trends
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Portland is dominating the competition this season with an xx-xx-x record!
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The Blazers are ready to take on the odds and prove they’re worth more than a -2.5-point underdog!
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So far this season, xx out of xx Portland games have been a hit with the over!
Portland Trail Blazers Leaders
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Damian Lillard is leading the Blazers with a staggering 32.1 points and 7.3 assists per game!
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Anfernee Simons is dominating the boards for the Portland Trail with 2.66 rebounds per game, and he’s not done yet – 21.3 points and 4.1 assists per game make him an unstoppable force!
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Matisse Thybulle is “stealin’ the show” with 1.73 steals per game for the Portland Trail, while Drew Eubanks is blocking his way to the top with 1.17 blocks per game!
Portland Trail Blazers Season Stats
| Stat | Rank | |
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| Field Goal % | 40.51 | xx |
| Opp. Field Goal % | 42.48 | xx |
| Rebounds Per Game % | 41.12 | xx |
| Opp. Rebounds Per Game % | 41.88 | xx |
| Turnovers Per Game % | 14.25 | xx |
| Opp. Turnovers Per Game % | 12.72 | xx |
Pelicans vs Blazers Injury Report
Pelicans:
E.J. Liddell: Out (Knee)
Brandon Ingram: Out (Ankle)
Larry Nance Jr.: Out (Ankle)
Zion Williamson: Out (Hamstring)
Jose Alvarado: Out (Tibia)
Blazers:
Justise Winslow: Out (Ankle)
Ibou Badji: Out (Knee)
Damian Lillard: Day To Day (Calf)
Ryan Arcidiacono: Day To Day (Back)
Betting Tips for Pelicans vs Blazers
Bet on the Pelicans (-2.5)! Our computer model predicts a high-scoring game, with the Pelicans and Blazers finishing with a final score of xx-xx. Don’t miss out on your chance to win big!
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