The New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns will clash in the NBA Western Conference playoffs. The game is scheduled to start on April 23rd at 02:30 UK time.
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Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction One – Handicap (+2.5) for Pelicans – 1.80.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Two – Total Match Points Over 215.5 – 1.85.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Three – Pelicans Points Over 104.5 – 1.53.
It will be difficult for the Phoenix Suns without Devin Booker, although the team has had several successful games during the season without their offensive leader. The Suns know perfectly well that they can’t let their opponent go away now, so they’ll try their best to move forward.
The New Orleans Pelicans pleasantly surprised us, but there’s nothing unusual here. The team got good reinforcement. In addition, they hired a coach with the right philosophy of play. In our opinion, the Pelicans have caught some momentum, which will help them move forward in the series.
Each of the opponents wants to take the lead, so no effort will be spared.
The Pelicans have scored more than 105.5 points in three of their last five games.
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— New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA)
The New Orleans Pelicans had a tough road ahead of the playoffs, first having to deal with the San Antonio Spurs (113-103), then sensationally beating the LA Clippers (105-101). Of course, after that, the players had more confidence in themselves, although they came out against the Phoenix Suns.
For many experts, it seemed that the 1/8 finals stage was the maximum for the New Orleans Pelicans, especially after their 99-110 loss to the Suns. Willie Green and his charges sorted out the loss, so they managed to tie the series (125-114) in the second game. Brandon Ingram notched a double-double and paired with CJ McCollum to tear apart the opposing defence.
In the second game of the series, Brandon Ingram scored 37 points, 11 rebounds and 9 assists.
Phoenix Suns:
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— Phoenix Suns (@Suns)
The Phoenix Suns should be credited with leaving no chance for their rivals in the battle for the top spot in the West. Last season the team failed to win the championship, so this year they will try to rectify the situation, as they have everything they need to do so.
The Phoenix Suns have been waiting a long time for their opponent and it turned out to be the New Orleans Pelicans. In the first game of their playoff series, Monty Williams’s men won (110-99). In the second game, the team faced stiff resistance that they were not prepared for (114-125). The rival evened the score, plus Devin Booker was injured, which is a serious loss for the Suns.
In the second game of the series, Devin Booker scored 31 points, 2 rebounds and 1 assist.
Safe Bets
In three of the last five head-to-head encounters, the game started with an accurate two-point shot.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns Team News
Kira Lewis Jr. (Out) and Zion Williamson (Out) are listed as injured for the New Orleans Pelicans.
Devin Booker (Out) and Dario Saric (Out) are listed as injured for the Phoenix Suns.
Starting Lineups
In our opinion, the teams will take to the field with the following line-ups:
New Orleans Pelicans: PG – CJ McCollum; SG – Brandon Ingram; SF – Herbert Jones; PF – Jaxson Hayes; C – Jonas Valanciunas.
Phoenix Suns: PG – Chris Paul; SG – Mikal Bridges; SG – Cameron Johnson; PF – Jae Crowder; C – Deandre Ayton.
Highlighted Player
Brandon Ingram from the New Orleans Pelicans and Chris Paul from the Phoenix Suns are our highlighted players in the match.
Most popular FAQ for New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
The second game of the series ended in favour of the Pelicans with a score of 124-114. The score is 1-1.
Where will this fixture be played?
The match will be played at Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA.
Which bookmaker has the best odds for this game?
We recommend checking out the odds for NBA at Vbet and William Hill.
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