San Antonio Spurs @ New Orleans Pelicans Player Props, Picks and Predictions - 2/23/2025 7:00 PM EST
We have your San Antonio Spurs @ New Orleans Pelicans prop betting and game preview needs covered as the Spurs visit the Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center.
San Antonio Spurs @ New Orleans Pelicans Pick
Best Moneyline Odds: BetRivers - Pelicans -118, BetMGM - Spurs +105.
Best Spread Odds: FanDuel - Pelicans -1.5 (-106), ESPN BET - Spurs +1.5 (-110).
Best Total Odds: ESPN BET - Over 240.5 (-105), DraftKings - Under 240.5 (-110).
Game Info
Date: February 23, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM EST
Location: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, LA
TV: -
San Antonio Spurs @ New Orleans Pelicans Preview
The San Antonio Spurs (24-30) are coming off a 125-110 loss to the Detroit Pistons and are without their star big man Victor Wembanyama, who is out for the season due to a blood clot. The Spurs will rely heavily on De'Aaron Fox and Keldon Johnson to lead their offense. Fox has been a key playmaker since joining the team, and Johnson is coming off a 28-point performance in their last game.
The New Orleans Pelicans (13-43) have struggled mightily this season, losing 11 of their last 12 games. Zion Williamson has been a bright spot, averaging 24.6 points per game and shooting 71% from the floor over his last four games. However, injuries to key players like Dejounte Murray and Herb Jones have left the Pelicans shorthanded. The team will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage, where they have a 9-19 record this season.
Historic Head-to-Head Stats and Analysis
In their last 10 head-to-head matchups, the Pelicans have won 8 games, while the Spurs have won 2. Their most recent meeting on December 8, 2024, saw the Spurs edge out the Pelicans 121-116 at the Frost Bank Center. Historically, the Pelicans have struggled against the Spurs, particularly in games decided by close margins.
Pick: Total - Under 240.5 (-110)
Given the injuries to key players on both sides and the Pelicans' offensive struggles, the under on the total of 240.5 points appears to be a strong play. The Pelicans average 110.4 points per game, while the Spurs average 113.0 points per game. Both teams have shown defensive vulnerabilities, but the absence of Wembanyama for the Spurs and the Pelicans' lack of depth could lead to a slower-paced game with fewer scoring opportunities.
Top Player Prop Picks
1. Zion Williamson Over 24.5 Points
Williamson has been in excellent form, averaging 24.6 points per game and shooting 71% from the floor in his last four games. With the Pelicans relying heavily on him for offensive production, he is likely to surpass this mark.
2. De'Aaron Fox Over 6.5 Assists
Fox has been a key playmaker for the Spurs, averaging 7.3 assists in his last seven games. With Wembanyama out, Fox's role in orchestrating the offense becomes even more critical.
3. Trey Murphy III Over 3.5 Three-Pointers Made
Murphy has been a consistent threat from beyond the arc, averaging 3.2 three-pointers per game this season. Against a Spurs defense that struggles to defend the perimeter, Murphy could have a big night from deep.