Brooklyn Nets are looking to end their unfortunate run in the NBA, when they face a confident New Orleans Pelicans. This is the last time that these two teams will meet in the elimination of the NBA this season. The previous meeting between the Nets and the Pelicans ended up with a 27-point win for the Pelicans. Coming into this game, the Nets need to win here, as they are at the 11th of the East, winning 26 games, and losing to 42. Additionally, the Nets are currently on a three-game losing run, which is not helpful for their playoff aims. Meanwhile, the Pelicans are currently at the fifth in the West, which is a safe spot for them. Fortunately for the Pelicans, they are currently in a two-game winning run, a record they want to extend. The meeting between these two teams is on March 20, 2024, at 7:30 AM (GMT+8).
Brooklyn Nets
The Brooklyn Nets are struggling to make it to the playoffs, currently 4.5 games behind the Hawks for 10th place. Their recent losses have been against some of the worst teams in the league, including the Spurs, Hornets, and Pistons. The Nets have shifted their starting lineup, adding Dennis Schroder and promoting Cam Thomas to the starting lineup. Thomas has become the team’s leading scorer with 21.5 points, while Mikal Bridges averages 20.6 points and 4.8 rebounds. Schroder has taken over the point guard position, while Nic Claxton is an athletic center with 12.1 points and 9.8 rebounds. Brooklyn ranks 20th in offensive efficiency and 20th in defensive efficiency, and plays at the 23rd fastest pace in the league.
Dorian Finney-Smith is still questionable in this match, due to an issue in his ankle. However, Ben Simmons, and Dariq Whitehead both remains out in this match.
New Orleans Pelicans
The New Orleans Pelicans, currently ranked 5th in the West, are a potential title contender due to the health of Zion Williamson, Brandon Ingram, and CJ McCollum. The team is only a game behind the Clippers in the standings and could potentially secure a home playoff series if they finish the season strong. Zion leads the team in scoring with 22.6 PPG, contributing 5.8 RPG and 5.1 APG. Brandon Ingram also contributes 21.2 PPG and 5.8 APG. CJ McCollum is the top shooter on the team, averaging 3.3 made threes per game and scoring 18.4 PPG. Jonas Valanciunas averages 12.8 PPG and 9.3 RPG. Herbert Jones, an athletic wing defender, missed the last game due to a back injury. The Pelicans play at the 16th fastest pace in the NBA.
Herbert Jones and Larry Nance Jr. are still a doubt in this match, while Dyson Daniels is confirmed to be out here.
Prediction:
New Orleans Pelicans
Odds: 0.87
Total Under: 105.5
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