Pelicans vs Suns Prediction and NBA Tips - 28 December 2025
Last updated: Dec 27, 2025, 11:30PM | Published: Dec 27, 2025, 2:00PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will face the Phoenix Suns in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Sunday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
With the likes of Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Jordan Poole, the Pelicans are aiming to beat a Suns team that includes Devin Booker, Dillon Brooks and Collin Gillespie.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Pelicans vs Suns game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Using advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Sunday's New Orleans vs Phoenix NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Suns a 63% chance of defeating the Pelicans at Smoothie King Center.
Pelicans vs Suns: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Sunday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $2.50, Suns $1.56
- Line: Pelicans +4.5 ($1.87), Suns -4.5 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 240.5 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 $2.50 and the Suns at $1.56.
The Pelicans are listed as 4.5-point underdogs against the Suns, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Suns (-4.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 240.5 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 (+4.5) are predicted to cover the line 53% of the time, while the 240.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Pelicans vs Suns: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Phoenix at $1.56 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +4.5 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 240.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Pelicans vs Suns betting tips are based on market-leading modelling and wagering expertise to bring you the best possible advice every time.
Pelicans vs Suns: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Suns at Smoothie King Center this Sunday is the Suns winning 121-117.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the New Orleans vs Phoenix game on Sunday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Pelicans vs Suns prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the New Orleans vs Phoenix game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for betting tips for every NBA game, as well as predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Pelicans vs Suns: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Pelicans and Suns at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT on Sunday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns
- Date: Sunday 28 December 2025
- Time: 11:00am 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 Phoenix predictions are the result of 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 trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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