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Pelicans Poised to Cover Spread Against Struggling Pacers

12/21/2025

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The New Orleans Pelicans have shown improvement under interim head coach James Borrego, despite a 4-12 record.
They have covered the spread in 12 of 16 games, indicating they may be undervalued.
The Pelicans will host the Indiana Pacers, who are dealing with injuries and rank last in offensive efficiency.
The Pelicans are favored by 2.5 points.
Betting analyst Doug Kezirian recommends betting on the Pelicans to cover the spread.

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Story summary

The New Orleans Pelicans have shown improvement under interim head coach James Borrego, despite a 4-12 record.
They have covered the spread in 12 of 16 games, indicating they may be undervalued.
The Pelicans will host the Indiana Pacers, who are dealing with injuries and rank last in offensive efficiency.
The Pelicans are favored by 2.5 points.
Betting analyst Doug Kezirian recommends betting on the Pelicans to cover the spread.