Specifically, the New Orleans Pelicans are one of the top Betting on NBA surprises in 2023-24. Namely, the ability of Zion Williamson to stay in the lineup has made the difference. Williamson missed too many games in his first four seasons with the Pels. But this year his consistent presence has made an impact that will put New Orleans in the 2024 NBA Playoffs. On Saturday, the Pelicans will be presented with a grand opportunity to prove their bona fides. The Boston Celtics have the best record in basketball and will come calling the Crescent City.
Boston Celtics vs. New Orleans Pelicans NBA Betting Information
| Date and Time: | Saturday, March 30, 2023, 5 p.m. ET |
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| Location: | Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA |
| TV Coverage: | NBATV |
| Betting Online Odds at SBG: | Click Here |
Boston Celtics Team Overview
The Boston Celtics are 57-14 straight up, 38-30-3 against the spread, and 34-35-2 over/under the online betting total. Late on, Boston has covered eight out of their last nine games. In contrast, the Celtics have gone over the total in five of its previous six matchups. Concurrently, Boston is 1st in the Eastern Conference playoff standings. Boston is 11.5 games ahead of the Milwaukee Bucks in the Eastern Conference playoff race.
Boston has NBA metrics of 2nd for scoring offense, 9th for field goal percentage, 2nd for 3-point field goal percentage, 6th for free throw percentage, and 2nd for offensive rebounding. In comparison on defense, the Celtics have NBA metrics of 6th for scoring defense, 2nd for field goal percentage permitted, 3rd for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 13th for defensive rebounding.
First among Boston scorers is SF Jayson Tatum, with 8.2 rebounds and 4.9 assists per game. SG Jaylen Brown adds 23.4 points per game.
New Orleans Pelicans Team Overview
The New Orleans Pelicans are 43-27 straight up, 39-39-2 against the spread, and 30-40 over/under the NBA betting total. Late on, New Orleans has covered five out of their last seven games. While the Pelicans have gone under the total in six of its previous eight matchups. Concurrently, New Orleans is 5th in the Western Conference playoff standings. New Orleans is 6.5 games behind the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference playoff race.
New Orleans has NBA metrics of 13th for scoring offense, 8th for field goal percentage, 5th for 3-point field goal percentage, 21st for free throw percentage, and 7th for offensive rebounding. In comparison on defense, the Pelicans have NBA metrics of 8th for scoring defense, 5th for field goal percentage permitted, 1st for 3-point field goal percentage allowed, and 8th for defensive rebounding.
First among New Orleans scorers is PF Zion Williamson, with 22.3 points, 5.0 assists, and 5.8 rebounds per game. Meanwhile, SF Brandon Ingram adds 20.9 points, 5.1 assists, and 5.8 assists per contest.
Celtics at Pelicans SBG Free NBA Picks
In sum, the Celtics beat the Betting on NBA odds in seven of their last 11 meetings with New Orleans. Six of the last eight meetings between Boston and New Orleans went under the total. Specifically at New Orleans, the Celtics got the cash in three of their last five visits against the Pelicans. Three of the last four games at New Orleans between the Celtics and Pelicans went under the total. On this occasion, Boston will offer more value as the quality road team.
Celtics at Pelicans SBG Best Bet: Boston Celtics.