The Los Angeles Lakers take on the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, December 31st, at 7:00 PM EST
Moneyline: Lakers +195 (BetRivers), Pelicans -220 (FanDuel)
Point Spread: Lakers +5.5 (-105 BetMGM), Pelicans -5.5 (-110 PointsBet)
Total: Over 229.0 (-110 PointsBet), Under 229.5 (-113 BetRivers)
Record: Los Angeles Lakers: 15-18 New Orleans Pelicans: 17-16
ATS: Los Angeles Lakers: 17-15 New Orleans Pelicans: 17-16
Over/Under: Los Angeles Lakers: 18-14 New Orleans Pelicans: 15-17
The Lakers will face off against the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, December 31st, at 7:00 PM EST. In their previous matchup on December 7, 2023, the Lakers emerged victorious. Anthony Davis has been a dominant force for the Lakers, averaging 55.3% FG, 25.2 PPG, 12.4 RPG, and 3.3 APG. LeBron James has also been impressive with 53.6% FG, 25.1 PPG, 7.5 RPG, and 7.4 APG. The Pelicans will rely on Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson, and Jonas Valanciunas to lead their team. The Lakers’ D’Angelo Russell is questionable due to a tailbone injury, while Gabe Vincent is out with a knee injury. Trey Murphy III is questionable for the Pelicans due to knee soreness, and Matt Ryan is out with an elbow strain. Based on the available information, our pick is Our pick: over.
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