New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns 4/19/2022 Picks Predictions Previews
West 1st Round – Game 2, PHX leads series 1-0
The New Orleans Pelicans will gear up for Game 2 of the first-round playoffs against the Sun at Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona on Tuesday evening.
The Pelicans put in a valiant effort in the fourth quarter but the Suns were able to thwart the threat that was too much for New Orleans.
SG CJ McCollum led the Pelicans with 25 points despite struggling with his shooting much of the night. McCollum was 9 of 25 from the field. Center Jonas Valanciunas added 18 points and 25 rebounds. SF Brandon Ingram pitched in 18 points.
The Pelicans dropped off from their 2-game winning streak in their recent loss and are 25-27 against Western Conference opponents. New Orleans has a 23-30 record in games decided by at least 10 points. Leading the scoring front of the team is Valanciunas with 17.8 ppg, 54.4% in FG shooting, and 82.0% from the FT area.
The New Orleans Pelicans are 6-4 in their last 10 contests averaging 112.0 points, 43.3 rebounds, 24.3 assists, 9.4 steals, and 3.5 blocks per game while shooting 45.8% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 113.4 points.
- New Orleans is 1-5 ATS in their last 6 matches with the Suns.
- New Orleans is 1-5 SU in their last 6 games against Phoenix.
- The total went UNDER in 8 of New Orleans’ last 10 games down the road.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns Predictions 4/19/2022
In “ The Valley “, the Phoenix Suns continue to dominate their opponents but their last match gave them a scare when the Pelicans neared their commanding 23-point-lead at 71-79 at the end of the third quarter.
PG Chris Paul displayed his playoff-caliber brilliance scoring 19 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter. SG Devin Booker complemented the All-Star point guard with 25 points. Phoenix is the team to beat in the West.
The Suns are 17-3 SU in their last 20 games against an opponent in the Southwest Division division and are 39-13 against Western Conference opponents. Phoenix ranks fifth in rebounds in the Western Conference with 45.3 rebounds led by Center Deandre Ayton with 10.2 boards.
Their last 10 matches are 6-4, averaging 113.1 points, 42.5 rebounds, 27.1 assists, 8.6 steals, and 4.2 blocks per game while shooting 47.8% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 111.9 points per game.
- The total went OVER in 9 of Phoenix’s last 13 matches with the Pelicans.
- The total went UNDER in 5 of Phoenix’s last 5 games at home.
- The total went UNDER in 4 of Phoenix’s last 5 games at home against New Orleans.
New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns. The NBA pick is the Phoenix Suns. Pelicans PF Zion Williamson (foot) performs drills but remains unlikely to suit up in this playoff round. The Suns finished third in the league in offensive and defensive efficiency.
The Pelicans showed plenty of heart by not quitting in the series opener and I like their chances to cover on Tuesday. Final Score Prediction, Phoenix Suns win 113-109.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs Phoenix Suns 4/19/2022 Picks Predictions Previews
NBA Starting Time: 10:00 PM ET
Location: Footprint Center in Phoenix, Arizona
Date: Tuesday, April 19, 2022
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: Phoenix Suns -9.5
NBA Totals: 221.5