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The New Orleans Pelicans (25-17) are favored by six points against the Detroit Pistons (12-33) on January 13, 2023 at Little Caesars Arena in a contest that pits one of the highest-scoring squads in the NBA (Pelicans, fourth in points scored per game) versus one of the worst defensively (Pistons, 29th in points allowed). The over/under for the matchup is set at 234.5 points.
How to bet Pelicans vs. Pistons
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Detroit Pistons Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 6 points, with sportsbooks listing the Pelicans as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, the Pelicans have -223 odds to pick up the win, while the Pistons are listed at +185 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the total for the game is set at 234.5 points.
Pelicans vs. Pistons Game Time and How to Watch
- Game Day: Friday, January 13, 2023
- Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: BSDE
- Location: Detroit, Michigan
- Arena: Little Caesars Arena
Pelicans vs. Pistons Betting Trends
The Pelicans have played 42 games, with 21 wins against the spread. New Orleans has been the favorite in 24 games this season and has come away with the win 17 times (70.8%) in those contests. Pelicans games this year have eclipsed the over/under 55.6% of the time (25 out of 45 games with a set point total).
The Pistons have 21 wins against the spread in 45 games this year. Detroit has won 25.6% of the games this season it was the underdog on the moneyline (11-32). Pistons games this season have gone over the total in 28 of 45 opportunities (62.2%).
Potential Starting Lineups and Key Players
Pelicans
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CJ McCollum | 37 | 21.3 | 4.8 | 5.8 | 1 | 0.6 | 3 |
| Jonas Valančiūnas | 42 | 14.1 | 9.5 | 1.7 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.6 |
| Trey Murphy III | 39 | 12.4 | 3.9 | 1.3 | 1 | 0.5 | 2.2 |
| Naji Marshall | 40 | 10.2 | 3.7 | 2.4 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 1.1 |
| Herbert Jones | 29 | 10 | 3.7 | 2.1 | 1.5 | 0.7 | 0.8 |
Pistons
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bojan Bogdanovic | 43 | 21.2 | 3.6 | 2.8 | 0.6 | 0.1 | 2.5 |
| Jaden Ivey | 41 | 15.1 | 4 | 4.2 | 1 | 0.2 | 1.4 |
| Saddiq Bey | 41 | 14 | 4.1 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.2 | 1.7 |
| Alec Burks | 32 | 14 | 2.9 | 2.2 | 0.8 | 0.2 | 2 |
| Isaiah Stewart | 36 | 11.8 | 7.9 | 1.2 | 0.4 | 0.7 | 1.4 |
Pelicans: Herbert Jones: Questionable (Back), Zion Williamson: Out (Hamstring), EJ Liddell: Out (Knee), Brandon Ingram: Out (Toe)
Pistons: Isaiah Stewart: Questionable (Shoulder), Jalen Duren: Out (Ankle), Marvin Bagley: Out (Hand), Cade Cunningham: Out (Shin)
What you need to know about the New Orleans Pelicans
New Orleans is ceding 113.3 points per game this season (16th-ranked in NBA), but it has really shined on offense, averaging 117.4 points per game (fourth-best). The Pelicans are averaging 117 points per game this season when playing at home, which is 0.8 fewer points than they’re averaging when playing on the road (117.8). The Pelicans have been scoring 115.5 points per contest in their last 10 appearances, an average that’s a little lower than the 117.4 they’ve scored over the course of the 2022-23 campaign.
New Orleans is draining 11.2 treys per game (21st-ranked in league). It has a 36.5% shooting percentage (11th-ranked) from three-point land. The Pelicans are attempting 58.3 two-pointers per game this season, which account for 65.4% of the shots they’ve attempted (and 73.7% of the team’s baskets). Meanwhile, they are attempting 30.8 three-pointers per contest, which are 34.6% of their shots (and 26.3% of the team’s buckets).
What you need to know about the Detroit Pistons
Offensively Detroit is the 19th-ranked team in the league (112.4 points per game). Defensively it is second-worst (119.6 points conceded per game). The Pistons average 114.6 points per game at home, and 110.6 on the road. Over their previous 10 games, the Pistons are averaging 118.5 points per game, 6.1 more than their season average (112.4).
In 2022-23, Detroit is 17th in the NBA in 3-point makes (11.8 per game) and 15th in 3-point percentage (35.9%). The Pistons attempt 37.5% percent of their shots from behind the 3-point line, and 62.5% percent from inside it. In terms of makes, 29.6% of the Pistons’ baskets are 3-pointers, and 70.4% are 2-pointers.
Our pick to win this game is the Pelicans, and we project that Pelicans will cover the spread (Pelicans -6). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going under the posted total of 234.5 points.
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