Published Nov 1, 10:39pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Nov 1, 10:39pm ET
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Updated Nov 1, 10:39pm ET
One of the games on Sunday's NBA slate features the Oklahoma City Thunder hosting the New Orleans Pelicans. Who has the edge in our Thunder vs Pelicans pick?
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| Oklahoma City Thunder | -12.5 (-110) |
| New Orleans Pelicans | +12.5 (-110) |
Although Washington has only win on its resume, it trailed OKC by just eight points entering the fourth quarter. But the defending champs outscored its opponent by a decisive 35-24 margin in the final frame and improved to 6-0.
The reigning MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, paced the offense with 31 points, seven assists, and three rebounds. Isaiah Joe, who missed the team's first five games of the season, led the second unit with 20 pionts and six boards in 24 minutes of action.
The Pelicans are winless through their first five games, but they put forth a respectable effort in their recent outing against the Los Angeles Clippers.
New Orleans rallied from a 17-point deficit and the game was tied in the closing moments. Unfortunately, Kawhi Leonard hit the game-winning bucket as the game clock expired to help LA escape with a two-point victory.
Zion Willliamson was one of four starters in double figures. He finished with 29 points, six rebounds, and three assists on 9-for-17 shooting from the field. Jordan Poole led the bench unit with 30 points in 33 minutes.
| PLAYER | STATUS |
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| Jalen Williams | INJURED |
| Chet Holmgren | INJURED |
| Kevon Looney | INJURED |
| Dejounte Murray | INJURED |
Here's a look at what you need to know for both teams ahead of this contest.
OKC is a top-five defensive team, while New Orleans ranks near the bottom of the league in scoring. Furthermore, the Thunder have won 10 straight games in this series and are 12-3 in the previous 15 head-to-head meetings. Given those trends, the edge goes to the defending champs.
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Oklahoma City Thunder
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