The Los Angeles Lakers (+6, +204) are playing the New Orleans Pelicans (-6, -245) at 7:40 PM EDT today. The over / under is set at 222.0.
The last time these two teams played was on January 15, 2021 when the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans 112-95. In that game, the Los Angeles Lakers were -9 and covered the spread. Likewise, the total for that game was set at 218.5 and stayed under by 11.5 points.
So, how have the Los Angeles Lakers been doing against the spread? In their last 10 games, they’ve covered the spread 7 times. The New Orleans Pelicans, on the other hand, have covered the spread in 5 of their last 10 games.
Perhaps the biggest question surrounding the Lakers at the moment is the status of LeBron James. The 4-time MVP winner twisted his ankle in a matchup against the Atlanta Hawks last week, and his injury is being diagnosed as a high ankle sprain. With the Lakers having a stronghold on a Western Conference playoff spot, there is no rush to return James, who is expected to miss several weeks. On the other hand, the Pelicans cannot afford to lose anymore games, as their 18-24 record is keeping them well on the outskirts of a playoff berth.
We’re following hot Shark Pick player AnthonySwordfish487 for this game and taking Over 222 (-110). Always play responsibly and good luck!