RVX Analytics are back again to give our readers an in-depth analysis into the Suns Vs Pelicans game. Take a look at the at the preview below to find out who they think will win.
Phoenix 7-6
- (5-4) Home
New Orleans 5-9
- (1-5) Road
The Phoenix Suns return back home to face a trailing New Orleans squad for a West Conference matchup. After losing their last 2 games, they look ready to come back and win. New Orleans have struggled to prove themselves on the road as a competitive side. New Orleans 5 wins have come against 4 teams all in the bottom half of the power rankings. Although Phoenix have won only 7-6 they have managed to prove themselves against higher calibre teams compared to New Orleans.
Key Stats Matchups
- Phoenix have won 53.85% of games , while covering the line 69.23% of the time.
- New Orleans have won 33.33% of games, while covering the line 46.15% of the time.
- At home Phoenix have won 55.56% whereas New Orleans have won 16.67% on the road.
Match Points Market
- Phoenix have averaged 115.0 PPG whereas New Orleans have averaged slightly higher at 115.6 PPG.
- Phoenix have averaged a 110.4 OPP PPG whereas New Orleans have averaged 118.9 (equally the lowest to Golden State in the West Conference).
Favourite / Underdog Stats
- Phoenix are 3-5 starting as a favourite and New Orleans are 3-9 as an underdog.
Verdict
Phoenix look to have this game covered at home. With the disappointing loss to a strong Sacramento side on the road, we see Phoenix winning comfortably against a New Orleans team who have allowed a conference-high OPP PPG. Phoenix return home with the rest on their side and the home team atmosphere in which should play a role in allowing them to cover the line.
The markets have opened with Phoenix as $1.42 favourites against New Orleans at $2.85. The line has been set at 5.5 which we see Phoenix covering comfortably. Phoenix will come back strong here and win by 6+ points in a home game they should be winning.
Staking
Phoenix Suns -5.5
2 units or 2% of Bankroll.
