Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans NBA Betting Prediction
PublishedJanuary 6, 2026,            Posted By: Maria Uebelhor
Last updated:January 6, 2026 ,

NBA Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction 1/6

The Los Angeles Lakers are set to play the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Lakers come in with a strong record of 22-11, while the Pelicans are looking to improve their 8-29 record. Fans can catch the game on SN-LA.

Lakers vs. Pelicans Betting Prediction

  • Spread Prediction: Lakers -5.0. The Lakers have a strong record and are playing against the Pelicans, who have struggled this season. The Lakers’ recent form and the Pelicans’ losing streak make the Lakers a good pick to cover the spread.
  • Over/Under Prediction: Over 241. Both teams allow a high number of points per game, with the Pelicans ranking 28th in points allowed. This suggests a high-scoring game, making the over a solid choice.

Team Trends

  • The Los Angeles Lakers have a record of 22 wins and 11 losses this season.
  • The New Orleans Pelicans have a record of 8 wins and 29 losses this season.
  • The game will be held at the Smoothie King Center.
  • The game is scheduled for Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 8:00 PM.
  • The game will be broadcast on SN-LA.

Lakers vs Pelicans Preview

The Los Angeles Lakers travel to face the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. The Lakers have a 22-11 record, while the Pelicans are 8-29. The game is set for Tuesday, January 6, 2026, at 8:00 PM and will be broadcast on SN-LA.

Luka Dončić leads the Lakers with 33.7 points per game. LeBron James and Deandre Ayton support him with solid performances. The Pelicans rely on Zion Williamson, who averages 22.8 points per game. Trey Murphy III and Derik Queen are key players for New Orleans.

New Orleans Pelicans: Home Team Overview

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to play at the Smoothie King Center. They have had a tough season so far with a record of 8-29. The team is looking to improve their performance in front of their home crowd. The Pelicans have struggled in the Western Conference. Their current standing reflects the need for a strong turnaround. Fans hope that playing at home will give the team an edge. Despite the challenges, the Pelicans aim to give their best against the Los Angeles Lakers. The team will rely on their home court advantage. The game is an opportunity to gain momentum in the season.

Los Angeles Lakers: Road Warriors Ready for Action

The Los Angeles Lakers are having a strong season with a record of 22-11. They are ranked 5th in the Western Conference and 1st in the Pacific Division. The team has been solid on the road, winning 12 out of 17 away games. The Lakers’ offense scores an average of 117.3 points per game. Luka Dončić leads the team with 33.7 points, 8.1 rebounds, and 8.7 assists per game. LeBron James adds 21.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 6.7 assists. Injuries may impact the Lakers as Gabe Vincent is questionable, and Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, and Adou Thiero are out. Despite this, the team has depth to cover these absences. Their recent two-game winning streak shows they can perform well even with key players missing.

Final Betting Pick

The Lakers are a strong pick to cover the -5.0 spread. They have a solid record of 22-11 and are ranked first in the Pacific Division. The Pelicans, on the other hand, have a poor record of 8-29 and are on a seven-game losing streak. The Lakers’ ability to score efficiently, with a field goal percentage of 50.1%, gives them an edge.

Choosing the over 241 points is a reasonable option. Both teams allow a high number of points per game, with the Pelicans ranked 28th in points allowed at 123.1 per game. The Lakers also allow 117.3 points per game. This suggests that the game could be high-scoring, making the over a good choice.

All odds are courtesy of Action247 Sportsbook. Good luck!!

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