The New Orleans Pelicans (26-18) welcome the Oklahoma City Thunder (31-13) to the Smoothie King Center Friday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Thunder vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Pelicans lead 1-0
The Pelicans beat the Thunder 110-106 in Oklahoma City on Nov. 1, 2023, despite closing as 3.5-point underdogs. Oklahoma City is coming off a 140-114 road win over the San Antonio Spurs Wednesday, covering as a 9-point favorite. It has covered 3 of its last 4 and 6 of its last 9. The Thunder are 29-15 ATS on the season.
The Pelicans destroyed the Utah Jazz 153-124 at home Tuesday, covering as 6.5-point favorites. New Orleans is 25-18 ATS on the season and 5-4 ATS over its last 9. The Pelicans are just 2-2 straight up over their last 4 home games. They are led by F Zion Williamson, who is averaging 21.9 points per game.