The Brooklyn Nets'(15-18) visit the'New Orleans Pelicans'(19-14) on Tuesday. Tip from Smoothie King Center is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s lines around the Nets vs. Pelicans'odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: First meeting; split last season 1-1
The Nets are on a 3-game skid after falling 124-108 on the road against the Thunder, failing to cover as 7.5-point underdogs. F Mikal Bridges'scored a team-high 22 points on 8-of-20 shooting with 7 rebounds and 7 assists. C'Nic Claxton'scored 15 while grabbing 16 rebounds for a double-double. In total, 5 Brooklyn players scored in double figures.
The Pelicans are currently on a 2-game winning streak after knocking off the Lakers 129-109 to cover as 5.5-point home favorites. F'Zion Williamson'and F'Brandon Ingram'each scored a team-high 26 points. G'CJ McCollum'added 22 on 6-of-11 shooting from beyond the arc. New Orleans shot 51.7% from the field in the win.