Atlanta Hawks vs New Orleans Pelicans 2/7/2023 Expert Picks, Tips and Previews
On Tuesday evening, the Smoothie King Center will host an electrifying NBA showdown between the Atlanta Hawks and New Orleans Pelicans. With a record of 27-27, the Hawks currently find themselves two games below the .500 mark on the road and trail New York by 1.5 games for the seventh spot in the Eastern Conference standings. In their last outing, Atlanta was scorched by the Denver Nuggets in a 128-108 road loss, with Atlanta G Dejounte Murray tallying a team-high 28 points on 10-for-21 shooting and dishing out ten assists. De’Andre Hunter added 20 points (7-15 FG) and four assists. Clint Capela scored 12 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for the Hawks, who allowed the Nuggets to shoot 51 percent from the field.
The Hawks have been impressive in their last 10 matchups with the Pelicans, boasting an 8-2 ATS record, and a 7-1 SU record in their last 8 games against New Orleans. However, they have struggled on the road lately, going 4-1 ATS in their last 5 road games and 5-1 ATS in their last 6 road games against the Pelicans. On the other hand, the New Orleans Pelicans, currently tied with Golden State for the eighth spot in the Western Conference, have been dominant at home, winning 19 of their first 28 home games.
Atlanta Hawks vs New Orleans Pelicans 2/7/2023 Expert Picks, Tips and Previews
In their last outing, the New Orleans Pelicans coasted to a 136-104 victory against the Sacramento Kings, with Trey Murphy III leading the charge with 30 points. The Pelicans boast a potent offensive attack, averaging 115.5 points on 48 percent shooting, with Zion Williamson leading the way with 26 points and 7 rebounds per game. Brandon Ingram and CJ McCollum also provide double-digit scoring for New Orleans. The Pelicans hold a solid advantage on the glass, grabbing 44.4 rebounds per game, and have been solid from the free-throw line, shooting 78.1 percent.
However, they have struggled lately at home, going 2-5 SU in their last 7 home games and 1-5 ATS in their last 6 home games against Atlanta. The total has stayed UNDER in 8 of New Orleans’ last 12 matchups with the Hawks.
New Orleans forward Brandon Ingram, who missed Sunday’s game with left big toe soreness, is listed as probable for this game. With their superior defense and edge on the glass, the NBA pick for this game is the New Orleans Pelicans. Take the Pelicans to cover at home and secure a 122-113 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.
Atlanta Hawks vs New Orleans Pelicans. The NBA pick for this game is the New Orleans Pelicans. New Orleans forward Brandon Ingram, who missed Sunday’s game with left big toe soreness, is listed as probable for this game. With their superior defense and edge on the glass, the NBA pick for this game is the New Orleans Pelicans. Take the Pelicans to cover at home and secure a 122-113 victory over the Atlanta Hawks.
NBA Starting Time: 7:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana
Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023
TV: TNT
NBA Odds: New Orleans Pelicans -2
NBA Totals: 235.5
