With seven losses in the last eight games, the Pelicans (5-9) look to break out of the skid in Minnesota (3-11) on Saturday, and if you’re looking to do some last-minute betting research, you’re in luck! We’ll give you the latest point spread, moneyline odds and over-under number, as well as the information you’ll need to make the smartest bet on BetMGM.
Now down Karl-Anthony Towns and Ricky Rubio due to health and safety protocols, the Timberwolves have struggled all season, losing 11 of their last 12. New Orleans, though, has lost seven of eight.
The lines, courtesy of BetMGM
- Point spread: Pelicans -7.5
- Moneyline: Pelicans -350/ Kings +220
- Over-under: 222.5
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Advice and prediction
The Timberwolves are struggling right now, and New Orleans could not be playing them at a better time. Not only did Minnesota play on Friday while New Orleans had an extra day off, but the Timberwolves are 1-11 since starting 2-0 to the season.
New Orleans seemed to find its legs offensively on Thursday, but was outdone by one of the best offenses in the league. Minnesota is not that; it ranks 29th in the league in offensive rating and 26th in defensive rating.
Take the Pelicans -7.5 and hope the Pelicans’ offensive improvements on Thursday carry over onto Saturday.
Prediction: New Orleans 114, Minnesota 98
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