Pelicans vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 15 November 2025
Last updated: Nov 15, 2025, 1:10AM | Published: Nov 14, 2025, 3:01PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will sqaure off with the favoured Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Saturday, beginning at 12:00pm AEDT.
With the likes of Trey Murphy, Saddiq Bey and Jeremiah Fears, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Lakers team that includes Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Lakers game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's New Orleans vs LA Lakers NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Lakers a 77% chance of beating the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $4.50, Lakers $1.22
- Line: Pelicans +9.5 ($1.91), Lakers -9.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 227.5 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 $4.50 and the Lakers at $1.22.
The Pelicans are 9.5-point underdogs against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Lakers (-9.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 227.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (+9.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 227.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $4.50 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +9.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 227.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Pelicans vs Lakers best bets are based on world-class modelling and betting experience to help you place more informed bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Lakers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our recommended option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable punter in the long run.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Lakers at Smoothie King Center on Saturday is the Lakers winning 118-109.
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 LA Lakers game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pelicans vs Lakers prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the New Orleans vs LA Lakers match-up.
As always, see our Best Bets to get the best tips on every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pelicans vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Lakers at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to tip off at 12:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Saturday 15 November 2025
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our New Orleans vs LA Lakers predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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