Wizards vs Pelicans Predictions: Wizards' Poor Form Continues
The Pelicans hope to get the best out of the struggling Wizards when they both meet at the Capital One Arena in Washington on Thursday. Our basketball betting expert, Agbeniga Ayobami, presents her top four Wizards vs Pelicans predictions.
Wizards vs Pelicans Predictions & Tips
- Pelicans -5.5 @ 1.66 at 1xbet
- Total Over 230.5 points @ 1.357 at 1xbet
- Wizard First to Score Points @ 1.932 at 1xbet
- Wizards to Win 1st quarter and the match @ 3.87 at 1xbet
An Easy Run for the Pelicans
The Wizards are mired in a challenging NBA season with 19 losses in 22 games. They face a New Orleans Pelicans squad, who have secured 13 wins. Coming off a 121-107 victory against the Timberwolves, the Pelicans have now triumphed in 4 of their last 6 games.
To secure a victory in this matchup, the Pelicans must maintain a winning margin of at least 6 points. The task appears attainable given the Wizards’ ongoing struggles. This is further aggravated by injury concerns that have ruled out 5 players for the upcoming clash.
Bet 1: Pelicans -5.5
Pelicans End Well
In recent games, the New Orleans Pelicans have demonstrated a penchant for securing wins in the closing quarters. They have claimed the win in the fourth quarter in 4 out of their last 5 matchups.
In contrast, the Washington Wizards have had difficulties staying competitive in the final quarters. They have failed to secure a win in the fourth quarter of each of their last 5 games.
It is good to note that the Pelicans have consistently emerged victorious in the fourth quarter in the last 4 head-to-head games between the two teams. Taking the odds into account, the Pelicans are the favourite winners in the 4th quarter.
Bet 2: 4th quarter: Pelicans Win
Pelicans Dominate the Points
The Washington Wizards are currently the worst defence in the NBA this season, allowing an average of 125.3 points per game. Meanwhile, the New Orleans Pelicans have scored an average of 113.5 points per game.
The Wizards have recently allowed over 130 points in 6 of their last 8 games. The Pelicans are likely to capitalise on this defensive vulnerability to assert dominance in the game.
Bet 3: Pelicans Over 130.5 points
Multiple Points Expected in The Basket
As previously mentioned, the Wizards have the worst defence in the NBA this season, with an average of 125.3 allowed points per game. However, according to the stats, they have demonstrated offensive prowess, ranking 10th in the league with an average of 116.3 points per game.
Given their offensive capabilities and defensive struggles, the game is likely to witness a high-scoring affair. This is especially important when we take into account that the New Orleans Pelicans also concede an average of 114.2 points per game.
