NBA Betting Preview: Pelicans vs Kings
The New Orleans Pelicans tip off against the Sacramento Kings in this NBA contest. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Kings to Put Up a Fight Against Pelicans
If you agree that the Kings can push the Pelicans to the wire, then bet the underdogs against the spread here. The +5 makes lots of appeal at -110.
Pelicans Have Won 7 of Previous 10 H2H Matchups
New Orleans Pelicans have been defeated in their previous six games. On the road, they recently suffered a 118-106 loss against Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center. Jeremiah Fears tallied 21 points, while Trey Murphy put up 19 and Zion Williamson 15.
Sacramento Kings won their last game 123-115. This was a road victory at Scotiabank Arena against Toronto Raptors. Precious Achiuwa racked up 28 points and 19 rebounds, with DeMar DeRozan having 28 points and Malik Monk 18.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last matchup between the Pelicans and the Kings saw the former win. It was a 133-123 scoreline at Golden 1 Center. The Pelicans have beaten the Kings in the past three matchups. They’ve also claimed 7 wins in the past 10 head-to-head meetings.
Pelicans
25
52
0.325
115
119.5
-4.5
16-23
9-29
7-9
16-32
3-7
6L
Kings
20
57
0.26
110.9
121.1
-10.2
13-25
7-32
3-10
12-35
4-6
1W
New Orleans Pelicans – Last 10 Games
3 wins and 7 losses in the past 10 games. The Pelicans are averaging 110.7 points, 42.4 rebounds, 25.7 assists, 8.4 steals and 6.5 blocks while shooting 46.6% from the field and 74.1% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 115.8 points and 46.9 rebounds per matchup.
Zion Williamson is averaging 20.0 points, Yves Missi 6.6 rebounds and Dejounte Murray 5.1 assists, while Saddiq Bey averages 3.0 (50.0%) 3-pointers made.
Sacramento Kings – Last 10 Games
The Kings have won 4 and lost 6 of their last 10 contests. Averaging 112.4 points, 43.4 rebounds, 27.4 assists, 6.1 steals and 3.3 blocks per game while shooting 47.9% from the field and 75.7% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 122.2 points and 40.4 rebounds.
DeMar DeRozan is averaging 18.3 points and 5.5 assists, while Precious Achiuwa has an average of 9.5 rebounds and Daeqwon Plowden 2.8 (39.4%) 3-pointers made.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Prediction & Picks
We dive into the best New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings betting angles, including an expert match prediction, correct score forecast, top player prop bets and a value-focused bet builder.
Game Prediction
Kings should be able to battle hard and our pick is that they will cover the line in this NBA matchup. It’s set at an attractive +5 and you can get -110.
Recent form is always part of the equation and we combine it with team news as soon as it’s available. To deliver expert basketball picks, our handicappers also analyze the latest NBA stats to ensure we’re working with the best information possible.
Key Pelicans vs Kings stats:
The -5 line hasn’t been covered by Pelicans in 6 consecutive games.The -5 line hasn’t been covered by Pelicans in 8 of their last 10 games on the road.The -5 line hasn’t been covered by Pelicans in 15 of their last 20 games on the road.Kings +5 Probability
The best betting apps imply that our pick has a 52.4% prospect of winning. Our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Maxime Raynaud (Kings) has recorded an average of 19.2 points in the past 5 games at home. He should therefore be capable of going over the line, with -103 available when it comes to having a wager on Player Points.
Latest Maxime Raynaud Player Prop Odds
Points
Rebounds
Malik Monk (Kings) has finished with Over 4.5 assists in 4 of the past 4 games. We’re happy to take him to cover the line at +124, with bettors able to make this Player Assists bet with confidence.
Latest Malik Monk Player Prop Odds
Points
Assists
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Correct Score Prediction
There’s every chance that this is going to be a close contest and we’ll have a play on the Pelicans enjoying a 114-113 winning scoreline. Hopefully this can go close.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Sacramento Kings Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Pelicans Favorites to Win According to the Books
New Orleans Pelicans have the shortest price to win this NBA game, with the sportsbooks giving them a 66% probability due to their -192 Moneyline betting odds. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Sacramento Kings are trading at +162.
There is a spread of 5 and total points has a line of 233.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. Those who wager Under 233.5 can get -110.
No matter if you’re betting before the tip-off or during live basketball action, the top NBA sportsbooks have you covered with countless game lines and team props. It’s a major advantage to have such a deep pool of options at your fingertips.
Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Zion Williamson Favorite to Get Most Points
Zion Williamson is favorite when it comes to landing the most baskets. You can get -105 that he goes Over 21.5 points and -123 when it comes to Under.
Player Points
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
DeMar DeRozan (Kings)
Saddiq Bey (Pelicans)
Jeremiah Fears (Pelicans)
Player Assists
Jeremiah Fears (Pelicans)
Malik Monk (Kings)
Zion Williamson (Pelicans)
DeMar DeRozan (Kings)
Player Rebounds
Precious Achiuwa (Kings)
Maxime Raynaud (Kings)
Derik Queen (Pelicans)
Yves Missi (Pelicans)
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Golden 1 Center
Kings Have Suffered Six Defeats in Their Last Ten at Home
The Kings have four wins and six losses in the last 10 games at home, putting up 113.30 points per matchup and giving up 121.80.
The Pelicans have taken six consecutive losses away from home. They have two wins and eight losses in the last 10 games on the road, putting up 112.30 points per contest and giving up 118.70.
The Pelicans defeated the Kings 133-123 in their last meeting at Golden 1 Center. In their previous 10 head-to-head matchups at Golden 1 Center, the Pelicans have tallied seven wins, compared to the Kings with three.
Sacramento Kings Home Stats
4-6
235.10
113.30
121.80
5
5
New Orleans Pelicans Away Stats
2-8
231.00
112.30
118.70
5
5
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O233.5 = Games Over 233.5 Points
U233.5 = Games Under 233.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
New Orleans Pelicans Stats
Sacramento Kings Stats
3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games
-5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
-5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
+5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
+5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 226.50 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 231.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 233.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
Over 233.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 110.70 pts and allowed 115.80 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 112.30 pts and allowed 118.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 234.60 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 235.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 233.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
Over 233.5 at Home: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 112.40 pts and allowed 122.20 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 113.30 pts and allowed 121.80 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 29.40 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.40 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 17.70 (74.06%)
Rebounds: Total 42.4, Offensive 11.50, Defensive 30.90
Assists: 25.70
Blocks: 6.50
Steals: 8.40
Turnovers : 13.40
Personal Fouls: 18.30
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 29.60 (51%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.00 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 20.10 (78.52%)
Rebounds: Total 44.5, Offensive 13.00, Defensive 31.50
Assists: 25.20
Blocks: 6.10
Steals: 7.80
Turnovers : 14.50
Personal Fouls: 20.70
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.10 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.00 (38%)
Free Throws Made: 16.20 (75.7%)
Rebounds: Total 43.4, Offensive 12.40, Defensive 31.00
Assists: 27.40
Blocks: 3.30
Steals: 6.10
Turnovers : 13.80
Personal Fouls: 19.60
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 32.70 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.00 (34%)
Free Throws Made: 17.90 (77.16%)
Rebounds: Total 45.5, Offensive 11.20, Defensive 34.30
Assists: 27.10
Blocks: 4.30
Steals: 6.60
Turnovers : 12.20
Personal Fouls: 17.50
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Jordan Williams
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About the Analyst
Jordan Williams is an NBA Analyst with over 12 years of experience as a basketball odds compiler and betting analyst. Based in Los Angeles, he specialises in NBA market pricing, utilising efficiency-based metrics and first-hand game insight to identify long-term betting value.
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