NOLA PELICANS +6.5: BEST BET NBA
(NBA) Pelicans (NOP) vs. Magic (ORL),
Point Spread: 6.50 | -110.00 Pelicans (NOP) (Away)
Result: Loss
I won't be surprised if New Orleans wins outright, so I'll gladly take the 6.5-point cushion, as I feel that the Pelicans are talented enough to at least cover the spread and have the motivation to prevent a longer slide after dropping six of their last seven overall. Both teams have significant injuries, but I feel confident NOLA can rely on Brandon Ingram and (hopefully) Zion Williamson tonight.