Brooklyn Nets @ New Orleans Pelicans Odds
Preview
The Brooklyn Nets (34-24) will face the New Orleans Pelicans (30-28) at the Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, February 28th. The Nets are coming off a 116-105 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, while the Pelicans lost to the Los Angeles Lakers 120-102.
Nets vs. Pelicans Odds
- Spread: Nets -4.5
- Moneyline: Nets -190, Pelicans +160
- Over/Under: 232.5
Injury Report
The Nets will be without Kyrie Irving (personal) and Seth Curry (ankle). The Pelicans will be without Brandon Ingram (toe) and Zion Williamson (hamstring).
Prediction
The Nets are the better team on paper, but the Pelicans have been playing well at home this season. The Nets are 16-13 on the road this season, while the Pelicans are 19-10 at home.
I think the Nets will win this game, but it will be a close one. The Pelicans are a tough team to beat at home, and they will be looking to make a statement against one of the best teams in the league.
Pick: Nets -4.5
Conclusion
The Nets are a legitimate contender in the Eastern Conference, and they will be looking to make a deep playoff run this season. The Pelicans are a young team with a lot of potential, but they are still a few pieces away from being a contender.