A Western Conference affair has the Los Angeles Lakers (33-35) traveling to take on the New Orleans Pelicans (33-35) on Tuesday night at 8 p.m. ET. New Orleans is a 1-point favorite at Caesars Sportsbook, while the over/under is set at 226 (see up-to-date odds for every game this week on our NBA odds4page). 

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The model knows Los Angeles forward Anthony Davis (foot) is listed as probable for tonight's contest. Davis is a superb two-way threat who is able to defend multiple positions with ease. The Kentucky product has a soft touch around the rim with a smooth perimeter jumper. Davis averages 25.9 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 2.1 blocks per game. He racked up 17 points and 16 rebounds in his last outing against the New York Knicks.

The model also knows New Orleans guard CJ McCollum is a reliable three-level scorer who has a sweet shooting stroke. McCollum has good court vision to set up his teammates while setting up his own shot. The Lehigh product averages 21.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. On Mar. 11 against Oklahoma City, McCollum finished with 26 points, seven rebounds, and eight assists. 

Now, it has set its sights on Lakers vs. Pelicans. We can tell you the model is leaning Over on the point total, and it also says one side of the spread hits almost 70% of the time! You ABSOLUTELY need to see it before locking in any NBA picks.

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