Pelicans vs Cavaliers: Odds, Predictions & Best Prop Bets for November 20
The Cleveland Cavaliers (15-1, 8-0 home) host the New Orleans Pelicans (4-11, 1-6 away) following their first loss of the season to the Celtics. Both teams are on the second night of a back-to-back, with the Pelicans coming off a 132-91 loss to Dallas.
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Game Details:
- Time: 7:40 pm ET
- Location: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse
- Spread: Cavaliers -13.5
- Moneyline: Cavaliers -1000, Pelicans +600
- Total: 221.5
Pelicans Injury Report:
- Zion Williamson (22.7 PPG) - Out (hamstring)
- CJ McCollum (18.8 PPG) - Out (thigh)
- Jordan Hawkins - Out
- Dejounte Murray - Out
- Trey Murphy III (15.5 PPG) - Available
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Key Stats:
- Cavaliers are 12-4 against the spread this season
- Pelicans have lost 11 of their last 13 games
- Eight of NOLA's recent losses were by double-digits
Expert Picks:
- Pelicans +13.5 (-115)
- Brandon Ingram over 24.5 points (-125)
Analysis: Despite the Pelicans' struggles, the large spread may be difficult for a fatigued Cavaliers team to cover. Cleveland's key players logged heavy minutes against Boston (Mitchell 40, Mobley 38), and coach Atkinson may limit starters' minutes. Expect the Pelicans to keep the final margin respectable, particularly in the fourth quarter against Cleveland's bench.
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