The New Orleans Pelicans (18-49) travel to face off against the San Antonio Spurs (27-38) on Saturday, March 15th. This game will be played at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio and televised on KENS. Both the Pelicans and Spurs will be looking to bounce back from losses in their previous games. Tip off is scheduled for 8:30 ET.

Pelicans vs Spurs

The Pelicans Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Pelicans fell to 18-49 on the season after a 113-93 home loss to the Magic on Thursday. New Orleans, who entered the game as +2 point underdogs, failed to cover the spread. The total score of 206 points came in under the 215.5-point line.

Orlando took control early with an 11-0 run, extending the score from 8-6 to 17-8. The Magic dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring the Pelicans 36-15. New Orleans showed some fight in the 2nd half, winning the 3rd quarter 27-20 and the 4th quarter 28-25, but they couldn’t overcome the 88-65 deficit heading into the final period.

The Spurs Look To Bounce Back From A Loss

The Spurs fell to 27-38 on the season after a 145-134 home loss to the Hornets on Friday. San Antonio, favored by 2.5 points, not only lost but also failed to cover the spread. The game’s total of 279 points far exceeded the O/U line of 232.5.

San Antonio’s struggles began early, as they trailed 81-55 at halftime. Although they outscored Charlotte 39-24 in the 4th quarter and went on an 11-0 run, it wasn’t enough to complete the comeback.

Pelicans Offense Breakdown

The Pelicans struggled offensively in their 113-93 loss to the Magic, shooting 44.3% from the field and hitting just 7 threes at a 28% clip. Zion Williamson led the way with 20 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists, shooting 53.3% from the floor.

Trey Murphy added 17 points, including 9 in the 3rd quarter, while Jose Alvarado scored all 12 of his points in the 4th. Williamson also contributed 6 points in the final period.

Spurs Offense Breakdown

The Spurs connected on 21 threes at a 45.7% clip in their 145-134 loss to the Hornets, shooting 50.5% from the field overall. Stephon Castle led the way with 26 points, hitting 3 threes at 42.9%, while Devin Vassell added 22 points and 3 made threes.

Jeremy Sochan contributed 14 points, with 7 coming in the 3rd quarter. Sandro Mamukelashvili scored 11 of his 13 points in the 4th, and Julian Champagnie added 9 of his 12 points in the 3rd quarter.

Pelicans Team Defense

The Pelicans struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 32 and 36 points, respectively, but tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20 points. Overall, they allowed 113 points on 51% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Magic hit 13 threes at a 39% clip. The Pelicans sent them to the line 18 times, where they made 14 free throws. New Orleans recorded 29 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and finished with 3 steals and 4 blocks.

Spurs Team Defense

The Pelicans struggled defensively in the 1st and 2nd quarters, giving up 68 points, but they tightened up in the 3rd, allowing just 20 points. Overall, they allowed 113 points on 51% shooting from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Magic hit 13 threes at a 39% clip. The Pelicans sent Orlando to the line 18 times, with the Magic converting 14 free throws. New Orleans recorded 29 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and finished with 3 steals and 4 blocks.

Pelicans vs Spurs Trends

• Through their last five road contests, the Pelicans offense has averaged 118 points per game while allowing an average of 128. New Orleans posted an overall record of 2-3 while going 1-4 ATS.
• Across the Spurs last five home games, the team averaged 114 points per game while allowing 124. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 1-4, while going 1-4 straight-up.
• Going back to their last ten games as the underdog, the Spurs have a straight up record of 2-8. But, their mark vs the spread was just 2-8.
• Although the Pelicans have a strong straight up record in their last five games as the betting favorite, they have not done as well vs the spread going 2-3.

Pelicans vs Spurs Prediction

The Pelicans is our selection to secure the victory, with a projected score of 133-92. We also like them to cover the spread, so we suggest betting on the Pelicans at -4.

As for the total, the line is currently sitting at 237.5 and our model has the Pelicans and Spurs finishing with a combined 225 points. Our pick is to take the under.

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