The Los Angeles Lakers host the New Orleans Pelicans on Nov. 2 as these teams meet for the first time this season. The Pelicans swept the Lakers last season, winning all three games, including two in Los Angeles.
New Orleans is 4-2 overall thus far this season and is 3-1 on the road. Against the spread, the Pelicans are also 4-2 overall and 3-1 on the road. The Lakers are off to a dismal 1-5 start and have gone 1-2 at home. They are also 1-5 against the spread and 1-2 ATS at home.
The Pelicans last played Sunday, getting a 112-91 road win over the Los Angeles Clippers after being tied 52-52 at halftime. Zion Williamson had a double-double, scoring 21 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. He also had seven assists after missing the previous two games due to a hip injury. CJ McCollum led New Orleans with 22 points. The Pelicans hit 15-of-36 3-point shots.