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The NBA season is getting close to its All-Star Game break, but before that happens, we will have a great Pelicans vs Lakers match, which pits two direct rivals when it comes to qualifying for the playoffs in the Western Conference.
On the one hand, the Pelicans have lost seven of their last 10 games (excluding Monday’s matchup against the Thunder), which has them currently in the Play-In zone. The Lakers, on the other hand, are in 13th place in the West and know they must start winning consistently if they don’t want to miss the party.
Without further ado, JefeBet brings you everything you need to know about this New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers matchup. So, keep reading to find out more.
Predictions, Odds, and Betting Preview for the New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers NBA Regular Season Game on February 15, 2023
- Where: crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, California
- When: Wednesday, February 15, 2023, 10:00 PM ET
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Betting on the New Orleans Pelicans
- Regular season record: 29-28
The New Orleans Pelicans received devastating news: their star, Zion Williamson, relapsed in his recovery from a hamstring injury and will miss several more weeks.
Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum, and Jonas Valanciunas will be tasked with leading the offense during Williamson’s time away from the court. The team also added the veteran forward, Josh Richardson, from the San Antonio Spurs before the trade deadline.
Betting on the Los Angeles Lakers
- Regular Season Record: 26-31
LeBron James has missed the Los Angeles Lakers’ last three games due to ankle discomfort, but the all-time leading scorer in NBA history is expected to be back in time for this game against the Pelicans.
The Lakers were one of the most active teams at the trade deadline as they added Jarred Vanderbilt, Malik Beasley, D’Angelo Russell, and Mo Bamba to the roster. Russell Westbrook, Patrick Beverley and Thomas Bryant are among the players who left Darvin Ham’s squad.
JefeBet Prediction
The Lakers vs Pelicans series in the 2022-23 NBA season is tied 1-1. Taking into account that 237 and 257 points were registered in the two previous games between these teams, at JefeBet we expect this one to be another highly offensive game with little defense in which the over will be covered.
Prediction: Over.
