Orleans Pelicans vs. Cleveland Cavaliers Building on the growing performances of players like Tyreke Evans and Anthony Davis, the New Orleans Pelicans are off to an proved start so far this season. They are currently standing at a record of 18-25, which includes a recent 100-92 home win over the Orlando Magic. Now Pelicans will be headed out on the road when they face up against the Cleveland Cavaliers. This will give New Orleans a chance to build up their current two game win streak. In their recent win over the Magic, Anthony Davis scored 22 points while pulling in 19 rebounds. The Pelicans will need another strong performance like that if they want to continue winning on the road. New Orleans will face a struggling Cavaliers squad, who have so far posted a record of 16-28. Cleveland has managed to go 5-5 on its last 10 games, but many had higher hopes for the season. Cavs are coming off 1-3 record in last 4 games while losing at home last time out verse Phoenix 99-90. If the season were to end today, both teams would be shut out of the playoffs. They will need to turn things around if they want to make a run at the playoffs this year. This game will be a big opportunity for both teams to make a statement win. Recent Betting Trends: Under is 5-0-1 in Pelicans last 6 games playing on 1 days rest. Pelicans are 4-0 ATS in their last 4 games playing on 1 days rest. Under is 7-0 in Cavaliers last 7 home games. Under is 4-1 in their last 5 meetings in Cleveland Pick: New Orleans Pelicans +4.5 Wrong team is favored as the Pelicans are the better team and have been playing much better as well. New Orleans Anthony Davis will continue his all star level season as he puts Pelicans on his back again tonight. Cavs shoot under 50 perecent for 9th straight game and once lose for 4th time in last 5 games. Final Score Prediction, New Orleans Pelicans win outright as underdog 95-89.
Posted on: Tue, 28 Jan 2014 10:48:56 +0000