Smoothie King Center features an NBA battle between the host New Orleans Pelicans and the visiting Dallas Mavericks in basketball betting action on Monday.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
Sportsbooks such as Sportsbook had the New Orleans Pelicans installed as -5-point favorites in this particular NBA matchup. The over-under betting line for the total number of point scored was listed by most sportsbooks, including Sportsbook, at 200.5.
Odds Shark computer score prediction models pick a possible 98-97 win for the Pelicans on Monday. View the computer score prediction and who will win the pick on the moneyline for all upcoming NBA matchups here.
Dallas Mavericks vs New Orleans Pelicans Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The New Orleans Pelicans bring a 11-21 record (13-18-1 ATS) to the battle against the 9-21 Dallas Mavericks, who are 14-16 ATS. Fans OVER/UNDER betting have seen New Orleans Pelicans go 16-16 so far and the Dallas Mavericks go 13-17. Stay Informed: follow us on Twitter for odds specials, betting line moves and New Orleans vs Dallas injuries news.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams with the New Orleans Pelicans rated this week at No. 24 and the Dallas Mavericks sitting at No. 18.
Statistical Matchup
In rebounding, the battle of the boards features New Orleans's No. 11-rated NBA squad against Dallas's No. 30-rated roster. When it comes to long-range shooting, New Orleans rates No. 19 in the league with 8.59 per game, while their foes tonight rank No. 9 with 10.03 per outing.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
Dallas got 24 points from Harrison Barnes en route to a 90-88 victory over Los Angeles on Friday at STAPLES Center.
New Orleans got 28 points and 28 rebounds from Anthony Davis en route to a 91-87 victory over Miami on Friday at Smoothie King Center.
Next Betting Matchups
Dallas home to Houston, Tuesday, December 27th
New Orleans home to Los Angeles, Wednesday, December 28th