Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans 3/12/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The Portland Trail Blazers will hit the road on Sunday night to take on the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. The Pelicans will be on the second leg of a back-to-back, having played on Saturday.
The game tips off at 7:10 PM ET, with New Orleans opening as the favorite.
In their previous game against the Philadelphia 76ers, the Blazers held a 21-point lead but were unable to maintain it, ultimately losing 120-119 after Joel Embiid hit a late jumper.
Despite the defeat, Anfernee Simons shone for Portland, scoring 34 points, including 8-of-12 shooting from beyond the arc. Jeremi Grant contributed 24 points, while Damian Lillard chipped in with 22.
Portland’s last-ditch attempt to force overtime was unsuccessful as the inbound pass was tipped away, and Lillard’s shot came after the final buzzer.
- Portland is 4-8 ATS in their last 12 outings with the Pelicans.
- The Trail Blazers are 1-4 SU in their last 5 games against New Orleans.
- The Portland T-Blazers are 4-14 SU in their last 18 games on the road.
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Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans Predictions 3/12/2023
The New Orleans Pelicans took a significant step toward their playoff aspirations with a 113-106 victory over the Dallas Mavericks at home.
C.J. McCollum was the standout performer for the Pelicans, contributing 32 points, 13 of which came in the final four minutes.
Unfortunately, Brandon Ingram suffered a sprained right ankle late in the second quarter after scoring 12 points.
There is no official update on Ingram’s condition, but he celebrated with his teammates after the game and was able to walk out of the arena unaided.
The Portland Trail Blazers have been struggling recently, losing five of their last seven games. They recently lost 120-119 to the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday.
Despite Anfernee Simons’ impressive eight 3-pointers and team-leading 34 points, the Blazers fell short in the end. Jerami Grant added 24 points and 10 rebounds, while Damian Lillard contributed 22 points and 11 assists.
The team shot 52% from the field and 15 of 36 from beyond the arc, but the 76ers overtook them with a clutch shot from Joel Embiid with only 1.1 seconds left on the clock.
- The total remained UNDER in 6 of New Orleans’ last 6 outings with the Trail Blazers.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of New Orleans’ last 5 games at home.
- The total went UNDER in 5 of New Orleans’ last 7 home games against Portland.
Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans. The NBA pick for this match is the New Orleans Pelicans.
New Orleans played an efficient game against the Dallas Mavericks, punishing them in the paint and coming out with a critical 113-106 win, Thursday.
They are in 10th place in a tightly contested Western Conference playoff race and need every game they can get to be in contention. Both teams will be giving their all as Portland is right behind them 1.5 games back.
All-Star PF Zion Williamson will be out for at least two more weeks while he recovers from a Jan. 2 right hamstring injury. Prediction: New Orleans Pelicans win 119-114.
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Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans 3/12/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
Game: Portland Trail Blazers vs New Orleans Pelicans
Date & Time: March 12, 2023, 7:00 PM EST
Location: Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, North Carolina
Latest Odds: New Orleans Pelicans -2.5; Total of 233
TV Channel: BSNO