LA Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction, Betting Tips and Odds
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Denver Nuggets 121:110. LeBron James scored 26 points. The team had lost five games in a row. Russell Westbrook shot 50%, handed over 8 assists and clamped 8 rebounds. Anthony Davis’ superb defensive activity also played a key role.
The Lakers' defense seems to have improved from the last season. Anthony Davis and Beverley have been a big part of that. The bench is still lacking, but Westbrook and Reaves give it a lot of lift.
The Pelicans have begun the season in a promising way and come into this game after defeating the LA Clippers 112:91. CJ McCollum and Zion Williamson scored over 20 points each. Trey Murphy and Naji Marshall have stepped up well. Jonas Valanciunas has also done his job as the middle player. The team has had mixed results on the defensive effort but when Williamson plays, they look like a quality defensive team.
LeBron James, Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook are expected to score a lot of points. Jonas Valanciunas is expected leading rebounder with 12 rebounds.
LA Lakers are expected to score 26 points. Anthony Davis is expected with 20 points, Jonas Valanciunas with 12 rebounds, LeBron James with 8 rebounds and Zion Williamson with 7 rebounds.
The Lakers have been attentive on the defensive end but their offensive focus has held them back. The Pelicans look like a scorching hot unit right. Anthony Davis' status is up in the air. I expect a close game with the Lakers closing the deal in last few minutes. Jonas Valanciuanas is the player who should rebound the most.
