Pelicans vs. Clippers Picks and Prediction – 4/2/2025

New Orleans Pelicans (21-54) vs. Los Angeles Clippers (43-32)
Time: 10:30 PM ET
Location: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
TV: N/A

Previous Games:

  • Pelicans: Won 98-94 vs. Charlotte Hornets

  • Clippers: Won 96-87 vs. Orlando Magic

Head-to-Head:

The Clippers have been in excellent form recently, covering the spread in 9 of their last 10 games. With Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum out for the remainder of the season, the Pelicans are severely undermanned and struggling to compete against teams with playoff aspirations. The Clippers have the edge in nearly every department, from scoring to defense, and should win this one comfortably.

New Orleans Pelicans Breakdown:

The Pelicans have struggled throughout the season, sitting near the bottom of the Western Conference. Without their two leading scorers, Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, their offense has been further hampered. Jordan Hawkins has stepped up with 10.8 points per game, but the Pelicans are averaging just 106.3 points per game in their last 10, and their defense has been leaky, allowing 116.8 points per game. They’ve won only 4 of their last 10 games and face a tough challenge against a fully loaded Clippers squad.

Key Players:

  • Jordan Hawkins: 10.8 PPG

  • Yves Missi: 8.1 RPG

  • Jose Alvarado: 4.6 APG

Los Angeles Clippers Breakdown:

The Clippers have been strong offensively, averaging 120.0 points per game in their last 10 contests, with James Harden leading the way, putting up 23.9 points and 7.6 assists per game. Norman Powell has also been a reliable scorer, averaging 22.6 points per game. The Clippers have been dominant on both ends of the floor, allowing just 104.7 points per game while scoring at will. They’re playing for playoff positioning, and they’ll likely take advantage of a shorthanded Pelicans team.

Key Players:

  • James Harden: 23.9 PPG, 7.6 APG

  • Norman Powell: 22.6 PPG

  • Ivica Zubac: 12.6 RPG

Betting Trends:

New Orleans Pelicans:

  • 4-1-1 ATS in their last 6 games

  • The UNDER has cashed in 6 of the Pelicans’ last 9 games

Los Angeles Clippers:

  • 9-1 ATS in their last 10 games

  • The OVER has cashed in 5 of the Clippers’ last 7 games

Exact Score Prediction:

Los Angeles Clippers 118 – New Orleans Pelicans 95

Our Best Bet:

Los Angeles Clippers -17.5 (-110)
The Clippers are playing at home against a depleted Pelicans squad. With the Pelicans missing key players and struggling on both ends of the floor, the Clippers should cover the -17.5 spread, especially with their high offensive output and stifling defense.

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