New Orleans at Los Angeles

Wins certainly have not come easy for the Lakers, but they shocked Portland last night in Portland. They have to come home emotionally and physically drained from that contest on no rest to take on New Orleans. Let's not get lost in what happened last night, as the Lakers have allowed 112 points per game in their last eight. The Pelicans are in need of a win, having lost eight straight, and will certainly seize the opportunity against what should be a flat LA team on no rest off a huge dog win on the road. The Pelicans have always played inspired basketball at Staples where they are 12-4 ATS in their last 16 trips. Take the points on New Orleans.