The Phoenix Suns are hosting the New Orleans Pelicans in this Western Conference showdown. The Suns are coming off a narrow overtime loss to the Memphis Grizzlies, 151-148. The Pelicans are coming off back-to-back wins against the San Antonio Spurs, the most recent being 109-103. This game should be interesting, considering the star power involved. Let’s dive straight into it and cook up another winning slip!
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Phoenix Suns Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| New Orleans Pelicans | +7 (-110) | Over 236.5 (-110) | +220 |
| Phoenix Suns | -7 (-110) | Under 236.5 (-110) | -270 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Phoenix Suns Match Details
- Fixture: New Orleans Pelicans @ Phoenix Suns
- Date and Time: February 27th, 2025
Key Stats
New Orleans Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans are coming off a home win against the San Antonio Spurs, 109-103. Trey Murphy III was solid despite inefficiencies. He finished with a team-high 24 points while shooting 9/21, including 3/10 from distance. Zion Williamson was decent, with 18 points, six rebounds, and three assists while shooting 8/15 from the floor. Bruce Brown was the x-factor in this game despite not having great stats. Brown finished the game with eight points, six rebounds, six assists, and three steals. He also was a team-high +20 when he was on the court. The Pelicans sit in 14th place in the Western Conference with a record of 15-43.
Defensively, the Pelicans are one of the worst teams in the NBA. For the season, they are ranked 26th in points allowed per game, 28th in opponent field goal percentage, 22nd in opponent 3-point field goal percentage, 8th in blocks per game, 5th in steals per game, 23rd in rebounds per game, and 28th in defensive rating. Regarding injuries, the Pelicans will be without Kelly Olynyk, who is out with rest. Over their last ten games, New Orleans has a record of 3/7, including 5-5-0 against the spread in that same stretch.
Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns are coming off a close loss to the Memphis Grizzlies in overtime, 151-148. Devin Booker was phenomenal with 28 points and ten assists but fouled out of the game in the 4th quarter. Bradley Beal was also great, with 24 points, five rebounds, and 11 assists. Kevin Durant had a nice performance with 26 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. With a record of 27-31 on the season, the Phoenix Suns currently sit in 11th place in the Western Conference. This team has too much talent to be where they are in the standings.
Defensively, the Suns are a middle-of-the-pack team. For the season, they are ranked 22nd in points allowed per game, 12th in opponent field goal percentage, 20th in opponent 3-point field goal percentage, 10th in blocks per game, 27th in steals per game, 25th in rebounds per game, and 27th in defensive rating. In terms of injuries, Bradley Beal is listed as questionable with calf tightness. Over their last ten games, the Suns have a record of 2-8, including 2-8-0 against the spread.
Prediction
The Phoenix Suns will defeat the New Orleans Pelicans and cover the 7-point spread in this game. The Pelicans have been among the worst teams in the NBA, especially on the road. They have a record of 4-24 on the road. Meanwhile, the Suns haven’t been on a good stretch with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, but this is a great matchup to get right. I expect a great performance from Durant and Booker against a team that gives up almost 120 points per game. The Phoenix Suns defend their home court and cover the spread against the Pelicans.
Final Pick
Phoenix Suns -7 (-110)
