Thunder vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 28 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 28, 2026, 1:10AM | Published: Jan 27, 2026, 3:00PM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Paycom Center on Wednesday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
With star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren and Aaron Wiggins, the Thunder are looking to overcome a Pelicans line-up that includes Zion Williamson, Trey Murphy and Saddiq Bey.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Thunder vs Pelicans game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Wednesday's Oklahoma City vs New Orleans NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder an 85% chance of defeating the Pelicans at Paycom Center.
Thunder vs Pelicans: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Paycom Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.13, Pelicans $6.25
- Line: Thunder -14.5 ($1.91), Pelicans +14.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 233.5 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 Thunder at $1.13 and the Pelicans at $6.25.
The Thunder are listed as 14.5-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pelicans (+14.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 233.5 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 (+14.5) are predicted to cover the line 57% of the time, while the 233.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Thunder vs Pelicans: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $6.25 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +14.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 233.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
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Today's Thunder vs Pelicans betting tips are based on market-leading modelling and betting expertise to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Thunder have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our preferred option due to the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Thunder vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Pelicans at Paycom Center this Wednesday is the Thunder winning 122-109.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Oklahoma City vs New Orleans game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Thunder vs Pelicans prediction, put together by experts in the US.
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Thunder vs Pelicans: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Thunder and Pelicans at Paycom Center is scheduled to tip off at 12:00pm AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Wednesday 28 January 2026
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Oklahoma City vs New Orleans predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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