Pelicans vs. Raptors betting preview: Can Zion and the Pelicans cover the spread against a hot Toronto team? Get the latest odds, injury updates, and expert betting predictions for this key matchup.
The Pelicans are visiting Scotiabank Arena for a showdown with the Toronto Raptors. The Raptors have been hot, winning 5 of their last 6 matchups, with their only loss coming to the Milwaukee Bucks. The Pelicans, on the other hand, are 4-2 in their last 6 matchups, coming off back-to-back losses against the Grizzlies and Hornets after riding a 4-game win streak, their longest of the season.
Both teams have had trouble staying healthy this season, with a number of injuries to key players. For the Pelicans, they have missed Zion Williamson for most of the year, and Brandon Ingram has yet to see action since going out with an injury on December 8th. The Raptors, meanwhile, have dealt with injuries to Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley, their two best offensive weapons.
However, the Pelicans have looked much better since the return of Zion Williamson, giving them an inside-out threat with the combo of McCollum and Dejounte Murray in the backcourt. After suffering back-to-back blowout losses, I see the Pelicans bouncing back tomorrow against the Raptors. I believe they have the better roster and the upper hand in this matchup, and they should have their way against a below-average defensive team in Toronto.
Odds:
Spread: New Orleans -1.0 | Toronto Raptors +1.0
Moneyline: New Orleans 1.85 | Toronto Raptors 1.95
Over/Under: Over 232.5 | Under 232.5
(Odds from Arena Plus.)
Hot Trends:
New Orleans is 4-1 against the spread (ATS) in their last 5 games against an Eastern Conference Team.
New Orleans is 7-2 against the spread (ATS) in their last 9 games vs Toronto.
Sanjay’s pick: New Orleans Pelicans+1.5
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