Pelicans vs Hawks Prediction and NBA Tips - 1 November 2026
Last updated: Oct 31, 2026, 11:08PM | Published: Oct 31, 2026, 1:02PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will face the Atlanta Hawks in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, commencing at 10:00am AEDT.
With star players Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Jeremiah Fears, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Hawks line-up that includes Jalen Johnson, Nickeil Alexander-Walker and CJ McCollum.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Hawks game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's New Orleans vs Atlanta NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Hawks a 63% chance of winning against the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Hawks: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $2.65, Hawks $1.50
- Line: Pelicans +4.5 ($1.96), Hawks -4.5 ($1.86)
- Total (Over/Under 239.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, the bookmakers currently have the Pelicans at $2.65 and the Hawks at $1.50.
The Pelicans are 4.5-point underdogs against the Hawks, with odds of $1.96 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Hawks (-4.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.86.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 239.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pelicans (+4.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 239.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Pelicans vs Hawks: Best Bets
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $2.65 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +4.5 at $1.96 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 239.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Pelicans vs Hawks predictions are based on complex modelling and betting intelligence to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Hawks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our recommended option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Pelicans vs Hawks: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Hawks at Smoothie King Center on Sunday is the Hawks winning 121-117.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the New Orleans vs Atlanta game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and live scorestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pelicans vs Hawks prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting analysis before the New Orleans vs Atlanta game.
As always, see our Best Bets for the best tips on every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pelicans vs Hawks: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Pelicans and Hawks at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Atlanta Hawks
- Date: Sunday 1 November 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs Atlanta predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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