Wizards vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 14 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 14, 2023, 12:11AM | Published: Dec 12, 2023, 8:06PM
The Washington Wizards will face the favoured New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Capital One Arena on Thursday, commencing at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Kyle Kuzma, Jordan Poole and Tyus Jones, the Wizards are looking to overcome a Pelicans line-up that includes Brandon Ingram, CJ McCollum and Jonas Valanciunas.
Stats Insider's best betting tips for the Wizards vs Pelicans game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Wizards vs Pelicans
Based on high-tech computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Washington-New Orleans NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Pelicans a 71% chance of defeating the Wizards at Capital One Arena.
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Wizards vs Pelicans: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Capital One Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Wizards $3.40, Pelicans $1.38
- Line: Wizards +7.5 ($1.91), Pelicans -7.5 ($1.91)
- 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, PointsBet currently has the Wizards at $3.40. Meanwhile, bet365 currently has the Pelicans at $1.38.
The Wizards are 7.5-point underdogs against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 currently available at PointsBet.
For the favourite Pelicans (-7.5) to cover the line, PointsBet currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 240.5 with PointsBet, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Wizards (+7.5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 240.5 points has a 54% chance of staying Under.
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Wizards vs Pelicans: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $1.38 with bet365 (71% probability)
- Line: Wizards +7.5 at $1.91 with PointsBet (52% probability)
- Total Points: Under 240.5 at $1.91 with PointsBet (54% probability)
Today's Wizards vs Pelicans predictions are based on detailed modelling and wagering intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Wizards vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Wizards vs Pelicans at Capital One Arena this Thursday has the Pelicans winning 122-115.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Wizards vs Pelicans: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Wizards vs Pelicans without necessarily betting on the outcome of Thursday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Capital One Arena.
Kyle Kuzma is expected to lead the Wizards with 21 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Brandon Ingram is projected to finish with 30 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists for the Pelicans.
Wizards Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Kuzma | 21 | 6 | 4 |
| Jordan Poole | 19 | 3 | 5 |
| Tyus Jones | 14 | 3 | 6 |
| Daniel Gafford | 10 | 6 | 2 |
| Deni Avdija | 10 | 6 | 4 |
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 30 | 6 | 7 |
| CJ McCollum | 21 | 4 | 7 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 18 | 12 | 3 |
| Trey Murphy | 17 | 3 | 2 |
| Herbert Jones | 13 | 5 | 3 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Washington vs New Orleans match-up at Capital One Arena.
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Wizards vs Pelicans: Preview
The NBA game between the Wizards and Pelicans at Capital One Arena is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Washington Wizards vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Thursday 14 December 2023
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Capital One Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Washington vs New Orleans predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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