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Jan 6, 2026 8:00 PM EST
LAL 111 vs NOP 103
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-5½ (-108)o244½ (-115)
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L.A. Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Picks
Updated:Jan 6, 2026 1:07 AM EST
The upcoming NBA showdown between the L.A. Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, LA, on January 7, 2026, is set to be a thrilling contest. Fans can catch the action live on Sportsnet LA, WVUE, Gulf Coast Sport, and Pelicans+. Our expert picks favor the L.A. Lakers to edge out the Pelicans with a predicted score of 123 to 117, covering a spread of Lakers -4.5. This prediction is backed by a solid hit rate, with our model winning 6 of the last 10 games in similar markets, especially thriving in 2-way bets with an EV of 0.7%, indicating profitable opportunities for bettors.
Both teams have shown competitive spirits recently, but the Lakers' consistent performance and positive expected value make them the smart bet for this game. Bettors looking for reliable insights can leverage these statistics to make informed decisions. For more detailed NBA picks and betting tips, explore our comprehensive NBA picks page and consider starting your OddsTrader Turbo subscription to gain an edge.
UPCOMING GAME PREDICTION
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CONSENSUS LINE
-5½ (-110)
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NOP (119) - LAL (125)
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EXPECTED VALUE
-2.4%
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SEASON COVER %
17/33
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NBATue 04/21
 Boston 57-2630% -14 -110BetAnything | |||||||
 San Antonio 63-2122% -11 -110BetOnline | |||||||
 L.A. Lakers 54-2928% +5 -103Bet105 | |||||||
 Detroit 60-2358% -9½ -107Bet105 | |||||||
 Oklahoma City 65-1816% -16½ -115Bet105 | |||||||
 Atlanta 47-37100% +1 -110Heritage | |||||||
 Toronto 46-3833% +3½ -115Bet105 | |||||||
 Minnesota 50-340% +2 -110Bookmaker |
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