The Miami Heat were unable to overcome a slow start, losing their last game vs the Hawks despite a valiant comeback attempt. The New Orleans Pelicans meanwhile, ran out of steam in the fourth quarter, failing to capitalize on their lead and losing their previous game vs the Cavaliers. Both teams are looking for a more consistent performance when they hit the hardwood this Wednesday in New Orleans.
As for the injury report, the Miami’s Kyle Lowry is questionable for tonight’s game. He has missed four straight games with a left knee discomfort, but there is a chance that he returns to action on Wednesday night. As for the pelicans, well they’ll be playing without Zion Williamson and Brandon Ingram.
Now for some in-depth trends, something interesting to consider for the this matchups, the Heat are 4-0 against the spread in their last 4 games vs a team with a winning straight up record whereas the Pelicans are 0-6 against the spread in their last 6 games vs a team with a winning straight up record. Also, the Heat are 4-1 against the spread in their last 5 road games vs a team with a home winning percentage of greater than .600
That said, we have a good feeling that the Miami Heat could cover the spread on Wednesday night. I’m rolling with the Heat at -2.5 for my free pick of the day.
Miami at New Orleans
When: 8:00 PM ET, Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Where: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, Louisiana
Where to watch: NBALP
Game Odds, Spread, Moneyline & Total
Miami Heat @ New Orleans Pelicans
Moneyline
Miami Heat -140
New Orleans Pelicans +120
Miami Heat @ New Orleans Pelicans
Point Spread
Miami Heat -2.5 (-110)
New Orleans Pelicans 2.5 (-110)
Miami Heat @ New Orleans Pelicans
Total
Over 219.0 (-110)
Under 219.0 (-110)
Team Record & Betting Stats
| Name | Record | ATS | Offense | Defense |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 24-21 | 17-25-3 | 108.91 | 108.80 |
| New Orleans | 26-18 | 22-22 | 117.00 | 113.25 |
| Name | ATS Home | ATS Away | OU Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami | 7-14-2 | 10-11-1 | 20-24-1 |
| New Orleans | 13-9 | 9-13 | 25-19 |
Miami Heat Last 5 Games
| Opponent | score | Result | line | Total | ATS Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATL | 113-121 | L | 1 | 223 | L/O |
| MIL | 111-95 | W | -4.5 | 212.5 | W/U |
| MIL | 108-102 | W | -6 | 211.5 | P/U |
| OKC | 112-111 | W | -1.5 | 221 | L/O |
| BKN | 101-102 | L | 2.5 | 223.5 | W/U |
New Orleans Pelicans Last 5 Games
| Opponent | score | Result | line | Total | ATS Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLE | 103-113 | L | 7.5 | 223.5 | L/U |
| DET | 116-110 | W | -5.5 | 235.5 | W/U |
| BOS | 114-125 | L | 9 | 229.5 | L/O |
| WAS | 132-112 | W | 1.5 | 227.5 | W/O |
| DAL | 117-127 | L | 9 | 223 | L/O |
Betting Odds Trends
| Miami Heat | ||
|---|---|---|
| Miami is 4-2 SU in its last 6 games | ||
| The total has gone UNDER in 6 of Miami’s last 8 games | ||
| Miami is 7-3 SU in its last 10 games on the road | ||
| Miami is 8-1 ATS in its last 9 games when playing New Orleans | ||
| Miami is 7-1 SU in its last 8 games when playing New Orleans | ||
| The total has gone UNDER in 7 of Miami’s last 8 games when playing New Orleans | ||
| Miami is 6-1 ATS in its last 7 games when playing on the road against New Orleans | ||
| Miami is 7-18 SU in its last 25 games when playing on the road against New Orleans | ||
| The total has gone UNDER in 5 of Miami’s last 6 games when playing on the road against New Orleans | ||
| New Orleans Pelicans | ||
|---|---|---|
| New Orleans is 2-4 ATS in its last 6 games | ||
| New Orleans is 2-4 SU in its last 6 games | ||
| New Orleans is 4-2 ATS in its last 6 games at home | ||
| New Orleans is 12-2 SU in its last 14 games at home | ||
| The total has gone OVER in 6 of New Orleans’s last 9 games at home | ||
| New Orleans is 1-8 ATS in its last 9 games when playing Miami | ||
| New Orleans is 1-7 SU in its last 8 games when playing Miami | ||
| The total has gone UNDER in 7 of New Orleans’s last 8 games when playing Miami | ||
| New Orleans is 1-6 ATS in its last 7 games when playing at home against Miami | ||
| New Orleans is 18-7 SU in its last 25 games when playing at home against Miami | ||
| The total has gone UNDER in 5 of New Orleans’s last 6 games when playing at home against Miami | ||
Miami Heat Injuries
| Player | Status/Updated |
|---|---|
| Nikola Jovic | Late Jan – Back – 1/3/23 |
| Duncan Robinson | Early Feb – Hamstring – 1/4/23 |
| Kyle Lowry | Out indefinitely – Knee – 1/14/23 |
| Omer Yurtseven | Mid Feb – Ankle – 11/13/22 |
New Orleans Pelicans Injuries
| Player | Status/Updated |
|---|---|
| Herbert Jones | Doub Wed – Back – 1/17/23 |
| Zion Williamson | Late Jan – Hamstring – 1/9/23 |
| Brandon Ingram | Late Jan – Toe – 1/16/23 |
| E.J. Liddell | Out indefinitely – Knee – 11/5/22 |
NBA Picks & Free Predictions
The Pick: Miami Heat -2½NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
