The New Orleans Pelicans are set to face the Brooklyn Nets on Tuesday at the Barclays Center Arena. The Pelicans have been on fire this month and will hope to stay unbeaten against the Nets in the upcoming contest as well. Brooklyn is on a three-game losing streak. After going 1-5 in their six-game road trip, the Nets will face in-form New Orleans. The Pelicans are trying to chase the LA Clippers for the fourth spot in the Western Conference. If they win on Tuesday, it will take them a little closer to the goal.
Preview
The Pelicans’ only defeat this month came against the Cleveland Cavaliers. They have increased the level of their play and execution since March began. They are looking like a team that can outplay other teams in the playoffs.
During Brooklyn’s 1-5 run on the road, their only win came against the Cavaliers, who defeated the Pelicans. The Nets’ players gave their best to win that game. They will have to play in the same way on Tuesday if they want to be victorious against the streaking Pelicans.
Starting lineup
The New Orleans Pelicans will most likely start with Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum, Jonas Valanciunas, Brandon Ingram and Herb Jones.
The Brooklyn Nets are expected to start with Mikal Bridges, Cam Johnson, Dennis Schroder, Nic Claxton and Cam Thomas.
Betting tips
Zion Williamson has an over/under of 25.5 points. In his last five games, Zion has averaged 28.6 points per game. He could have another bigger game on Tuesday.
Cam Thomas has an over/under of 21.5 points for the upcoming game. He has been averaging 26.8 points per game this month. Thomas is one of the best scorers for Brooklyn, but he will be facing a tough defensive unit on Tuesday. He might not be able to go over the points prop.
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Prediction
The New Orleans Pelicans have been playing great basketball and are likely to defeat the Nets in the upcoming game. Zion Williamson is on fire, giving impressive performances for them. The Nets are currently undermanned and could struggle, allowing the Pelicans to win against them with a +7.5 spread.
