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The New Orleans Pelicans are now on a two-game losing streak as they prepare themselves to face the Chicago Bulls, who are coming off a win in their previous game. They will host this encounter at the United Center on Wednesday (November 9).
This is going to be a battle between the East and the West, where the Bulls sit sixth in the Conference, and the away team is eighth in their conference. Chicago is currently on six wins and six losses for the season, whereas New Orleans is 5-5 for the season. It will be interesting to see if the home team continues its winning run or if the away team ends its losing run.
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New Orleans Pelicans vs. Chicago Bulls: Betting Odds
New Orleans did start the season on a positive note when they defeated big teams like the Brooklyn Nets (130-108), the Dallas Mavericks (113-111), and the Los Angeles Clippers (112-91). However, the team has fallen short in recent games and that is why they have slipped in the rankings.
An injury to Brandon Ingram has slowed down their progress as the onus has come on other players to deliver. Their last two games have resulted in losses against the Atlanta Hawks (124-121) and the Indiana Pacers (129-122).
The Bulls completed their revenge on the Toronto Raptors in the second game of the doubleheader in their last outing (111-97). With will look to continue their winning run when they host New Orleans on Wednesday.
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Chicago Bulls: Match Details
Fixture: New Orleans Pelicans @ Chicago Bulls
Date & Time: Wednesday, November 9, 09:00 p.m EDT
Venue: United Center
New Orleans Pelicans vs. Chicago Bulls: Key Statistics
In ten games, New Orleans has averaged 118.5 points per game, including 45.8 rebounds and 28.0 assists. Their 3-pt shooting is at 38.8 % in 10 games and their field goal percentage is at 48.2.
The Bulls have averaged 111.4 ppg, along with 44.3 rebounds and 24.3 assists. Their shooting from behind the arc stands at 37.3 and their field goal percentage is currently at 46.1. These statistics look almost similar, which suggests that the contest is going to be close.
Pelicans vs. Bulls: Pick/Prediction
The New Orleans Pelicans have a big 7-3 advantage over the Chicago Bulls in their last 10 encounters. Eight out of ten games have crossed the 230-point mark. The Bulls have a slight advantage as they play at home, which makes them the favorites to win the game.
Brandon Ingram is back in the lineup following a concussion injury that ruled him out for a few games. He has averaged 22.8 ppg, including 5.5 rebounds and 4.3 assists in six games. This will be a lift for their team who are on a two-game losing streak. The Bulls need to be mindful of this guy in order to avoid defeat at home.
Pick/Prediction: Brendon Ingram Total Over 23.5 (-120) and Total Over 233 (-110)
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