New Orleans Pelicans vs Dallas Mavericks Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 29/01/2025, 03:12  by Thobelani Moyo | Modified on 29/01/2025 at 03:21 in NBA Predictions

On Thursday, the New Orleans Pelicans (12-35) and the Dallas Mavericks (25-22) will meet at Smoothie King Center in the NBA. The Pelicans are 14th in the Western Conference table while the Mavericks are ninth. Let's head into the match prediction.  

The New Orleans Pelicans are in poor form at the moment. They come into this game having lost three matches straight.  

In their recent outing, they lost 113-104 on the road against the Toronto Raptors. Zion Williamson was the standout player scoring 31 points while Christian James McCollum added 22 points for the Pelicans.  

The Pelicans return to Smoothie King Center where they've performed to expectations. They are currently on a three-match winning streak which is an improved display having suffered two consecutive defeats beforehand.  

The Dallas Mavericks' last visit to the Smoothie King Center ended in a narrow 119-116 defeat on January 16th and will hope for a better outcome this time.

The Mavericks have been in poor form in the league. They have dropped six of their last nine games. However, they come into this match following a 130-108 home victory against the Washington Wizards. 

On the road, they performed below expectations losing six of their last seven outings. Their overall record this season has been average as they have an 11-12 record in 23 games.