The Phoenix Suns will play against the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the play-offs, who qualified thanks to play-in victories. Monty Williams’ team won the mini-series with a score of 3-1 in the regular season. The starting whistle will sound on April 18 at 02:00 UK time.
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Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction One – Handicap (+11.5) for Pelicans – 1.90.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Two – Total Match Points Over 222.5 – 1.75.
Bookmaker Ratings: Prediction Three – Pelicans Points Over 105.5 – 1.70.
Of course, in this clash, the Suns are the favourites. Monty Williams’ side has played consistently and spectacularly all season long and has deservedly clinched first place in the Western Conference. The Phoenix Suns have their sights set on a championship.
The New Orleans Pelicans pleasantly surprised us with their progress. The club got off to a flying start and that might help the Pelicans against the Suns. The trip to Arizona will not bode well, but the visitors have no choice but to go forward and take their chances.
The two clubs will meet on the court, both practising attacking basketball. The Suns will try to show right away who’s boss, while the Pelicans will have to go all-in, so we expect a productive game.
The Pelicans have scored more than 104.5 points in all their last five games.
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There is no question about the Suns, as the team is moving in the right direction and is in good form. Last season they failed to take the championship, so Monty Williams’ boys will have a second shot, especially since they have everything they need to do so.
The Phoenix Suns have been operating at a half-strength lately, although it was an understandable decision as the head coach was saving his team’s leaders for the start of the playoffs. The Suns finally found their opponent. In short, the home team comes into the game and there’s plenty to look forward to.
In that game against the Kings, Landry Shamet scored 27 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists.
New Orleans Pelicans:
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The New Orleans Pelicans turned into a real predator, and all they had to do was fire Stan Van Gundy. They immediately changed their philosophy and became more aggressive, which helped them not only to gain a place in the play-ins but also to clinch a playoff spot.
The New Orleans Pelicans showed a good game against the San Antonio Spurs (113-103). The biggest test awaited Willie Green’s men in Los Angeles. Brandon Ingram and company dealt with the Clippers. As you can see, the Pelicans are extremely serious.
In their last game, against the Clippers, Brandon Ingram scored 30 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.
Safe Bets
- The Suns are averaging 27.4 assists per game;
- The Pelicans are averaging 25.0 assists per game;
- The New Orleans Pelicans
- In four of the last five head-to-head encounters, the game started with an accurate two-point shot.
Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans Team News
Landry Shamet (Day-to-day) and Dario Saric (Out) are listed as injured for the Phoenix Suns.
Kira Lewis Jr. (Out) and Zion Williamson (Out) are listed as injured for the New Orleans Pelicans.
Starting Lineups
In our opinion, the teams will take to the field with the following line-ups:
Phoenix Suns: PG – Chris Paul; SG – Devin Booker; SF – Mikal Bridges; PF – Jae Crowder; C – Deandre Ayton.
New Orleans Pelicans: PG – CJ McCollum; SG – Herbert Jones; SF – Brandon Ingram; PF – Jaxson Hayes; C – Jonas Valanciunas.
Highlighted Player
Devin Booker from the Phoenix Suns and CJ McCollum from the New Orleans Pelicans are our highlighted players in the match.
Most popular FAQ for Phoenix Suns vs New Orleans Pelicans
Who won the last meeting between these clubs?
In the last head-to-head meeting, the Suns defeated the Pelicans with a score of 131-115.
Where will this fixture be played?
The match will be played at Footprint Center, Phoenix, AZ
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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