New Orleans Pelicans vs San Antonio Spurs Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/25
The New Orleans Pelicans will visit the San Antonio Spurs at the Frost Bank Center on January 25, 2026. The game is set for 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on Gulf. The Pelicans, led by interim head coach James Borrego, have had a challenging season with an 11-36 record. They recently secured a win against the Memphis Grizzlies, breaking a losing streak.
On the other hand, the Spurs are having a strong season with a 31-14 record. Under head coach Mitch Johnson, they are ranked 2nd in the Western Conference. Their recent victory over the Utah Jazz highlights their form. Both teams will look to continue their current winning streaks in this game.
Pelicans vs Spurs Game Day Info
- Sport: NBA
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs. San Antonio Spurs
- Venue: Frost Bank Center
- Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
- Betting Odds: Pelicans +12.5 (-111), Spurs -12.5 (-110)
New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans recently secured a win against the Memphis Grizzlies with a score of 133-127. Saddiq Bey stood out with 36 points, hitting 65% of his shots. Trey Murphy III also contributed significantly, scoring 32 points and maintaining a 60% shooting percentage.
Offensively, the Pelicans are averaging 115.1 points per game, placing them 21st in the league. They attempt a high number of field goals, ranking 6th with 90.9 attempts per game. However, their effective field goal percentage is at the bottom, ranking 29th with 52.4%.
In terms of defense, the Pelicans allow 122.1 points per game, which is 28th in the league. They face challenges in defending three-pointers, allowing 14.9 makes per game. Their effective field goal percentage allowed is also concerning, ranking 29th at 56.7%.
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs have been scoring 117.9 points per game this season. This ranks them seventh in the league. They are also shooting 47.3% from the field, which places them 11th overall.
Victor Wembanyama leads the team with 24.5 points and 10.9 rebounds per game. His field goal percentage stands at 51.0%. De’Aaron Fox adds 20.5 points and 5.9 assists each game.
The Spurs have been strong on defense, allowing 112.6 points per game. This is the seventh-best in the league. They are also third in free throws allowed per game at 16.8.
BTB Betting Pick
The Pelicans have a spread of +12.5 against the Spurs. Considering the Pelicans’ defense allows 122.1 points per game, while the Spurs score 117.9 points per game, the Spurs are likely to cover the spread. The projected score is Spurs 125, Pelicans 110, suggesting the Spurs will win by more than the spread.
The over/under line is set at 239. With the Pelicans allowing 122.1 points and the Spurs allowing 112.6 points per game, the projected total is 235. Given these stats, the under 239 is the safer pick. The combined score is expected to fall slightly below the current line.