Lakers vs. Pelicans odds, line, spread, start time: 2025 NBA picks, March 4 predictions from proven model

 

An intriguing Western Conference clash is scheduled in the NBA as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face the New Orleans Pelicans at 10:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. The Lakers boast a record of 38-21 overall and 23-7 at home, while the Pelicans hold a record of 17-44 overall and 6-25 on the road. Both teams approach this matchup with a sense of confidence; the Pelicans have achieved a 4-1 record in their last five games, whereas the Lakers are on a six-game winning streak.

According to the latest odds from SportsLine consensus, the Lakers are favored by 8.5 points, with an over/under set at 229 points. The projected total for the Lakers is 118.5 points, while the Pelicans are estimated at 109.5 points. Prior to making any selections regarding the Lakers vs. Pelicans, it is advisable to review the NBA predictions generated by the advanced computer model at SportsLine.

The SportsLine Projection Model simulates each NBA game 10,000 times and has yielded over $10,000 in betting profit for $100 players on its top-rated NBA picks over the past six seasons. As it enters Week 20 of the 2024-25 NBA season, the model is on an impressive 147-107 streak with all top-rated NBA picks from last season, resulting in nearly $4,000 in returns. Additionally, it has an excellent record of 18-10 (64%) on top-rated spread picks this season, providing substantial returns for those utilizing sportsbooks and betting applications.

The model has focused its analysis on the matchup between New Orleans and Los Angeles. For further insights, you can visit SportsLine to view its selections. Below are the current NBA betting lines for the game:

Lakers vs. Pelicans spread: Lakers -8.5  

Lakers vs. Pelicans over/under: 229 points  

Lakers vs. Pelicans money line: Lakers: -356, Pelicans: +282  

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