Los Angeles Lakers vs New Orleans Pelicans Prediction & Odds
LAL
Los Angeles Lakers
5-2 · 2-1 away
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NOP
New Orleans Pelicans
2-4 · 2-2 home
The Los Angeles Lakers (5-2) visit the New Orleans Pelicans (2-4) on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 8:00 PM ET.
AI pick for Lakers vs Pelicans
Gold & SilverThe AI analyzes this game about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off, after lineups and late injury news.
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Sportsbook lines for this game have not been posted yet. They are usually posted on game day.
Team stats comparison
| Stat | LAL | NOP |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 5-2 | 2-4 |
| Points per game | 120.3 #5 | 119.7 #7 |
| Opponent points per game | 115 #17 | 117.8 #24 |
| Offensive rating | 119.9 #2 | 112 #16 |
| Defensive rating | 113.9 #20 | 110.3 #13 |
| Net rating | +6.1 #9 | +1.7 #14 |
| Pace | 100.6 #16 | 105 #3 |
| True shooting % | 64.3% | 60.0% |
League rank in small type. Ratings are per 100 possessions.
Lakers vs Pelicans: quick answers
What time does Lakers vs Pelicans start?
Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET on Thursday, December 31, 2026.
Where can I find the AI pick for Lakers vs Pelicans?
The AI pick, win probability, projected score and player prop leans are in the Basketball AI: Odds & Analysis app, updated about 10 hours and again 25 minutes before tip-off.
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